Dunlap finished the year in the FedEx Cup playoffs and comes to The American Express ranked 32nd in the world. At the Sony Open in Hawaii last week, Dunlap tied for 10th. For Dunlap, returning to the scene of his breakthrough victory means reliving old memories.

The PGA Tour is rolling into California for The American Express this week. Last season, amateur Nick Dunlap won his first professional event in a history-making appearance. N0w, 17-year-old Blades Brown makes his professional debut looking to make similar history.

Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay and Nick Dunlap Compete at The American Express at PGA West in La Quinta, Calif., – Thursday-Sunday Coverage on GOLF Channel Begins at 4 p.m. ET