LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Simmons Bank Championship presented by Stephens was recently named the recipient of the PGA TOUR Champions President's Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a tournament on the PGA TOUR Champions circuit, recognizing exceptional performance in charitable impact, community engagement, player hospitality, and overall event excellence.
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