USA Golf major - May 2026

PGA Championship

The second men's golf major of 2026 is at Aronimink Golf Club outside Philadelphia, with a 156-player field chasing the Wanamaker Trophy.

Dates14-17 May
VenueAronimink Golf Club
LocationNewtown Square
StatusThis week

Quick Facts

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Championship dates14-17 May 2026
Championship week11-17 May 2026
CourseAronimink Golf Club
CityNewtown Square
Defending championScottie Scheffler

Championship Snapshot

major
Field strength
156
Travel pull
High
Major pressure
Very high
Follow-up need
Live

Week Structure

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Championship week opensPractice, media days and on-site build-up at Aronimink.
Week
14
Round 1The championship begins with the full field.
Start
15
Cut dayRound 2 sets the weekend field.
Cut
17
Final roundThe Wanamaker Trophy is decided on Sunday.
Final

Course Notes

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Course typeClassic Donald Ross design
Major historyHosted PGA Championship in 1962
2026 setupPar 70, 7,394 yards
Key demandPositioning, bunkers, approach control

Players to Watch

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SC
Scottie SchefflerDefending champion and one of the main favorites.
RM
Rory McIlroyArrives after a Masters win and another major opportunity.
JS
Jordan SpiethChasing the career Grand Slam with the PGA as the missing piece.
Sources: PGA Championship official site, PGA.com event details, PGA TOUR media guide. Updated 13 May 2026