BMW Championship Round Paused by Weather

The BMW Championship at Caves Valley was paused for more than two hours due to thunderstorms.

BMW Championship First Round Suspended by Weather

The BMW Championship at Caves Valley Golf Club in Owings Mills was suspended for more than two hours on Thursday as storms rolled into the region. Viktor Hovland shot a 3-under par 67 to take the clubhouse lead while Scottie Scheffler, who leads the FedEx Cup standings entering the playoff segment, paused at 1-under with 14 holes completed when play was halted.

Forecasters expect a 40 percent chance of afternoon thunderstorms on Friday, with hotter, more humid conditions on the weekend. Sunday’s forecast calls for a high near 93 degrees and humidity above 60 percent, creating a test for players and possibly reshaping weekend pacing as officials manage the round delays and rescheduling.

Weather is a constant factor in golf, but a lengthy delay tests players’ focus and stamina in a high-stakes playoff chase. The pause disrupts rhythm and can shift momentum in ways that are hard to predict, especially for leaders trying to build cushion. Over the weekend, organizers may need to balance TV windows, player rest, and course conditions, all while trying to preserve the integrity of the competition.

Highlights

Weather willing, the field will resume and the weekend will reveal who adapts best.