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U.S. to Host 2026 PGA at Aronimink; Scheffler Favored

5/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The United States will host the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, from May 14 to May 17.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is the champion and betting favorite at +450 odds.
World No. 2 Rory McIlroy trails at +800 odds while Cameron Young is listed at +1200.
LIV Golf stars Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm seek rebounds while ESPN and CBS will broadcast the event under clear-sky, 85 °F Sunday weather.

History

Historical Context

Tiger Woods captured his first major at the 1999 PGA Championship at Medinah, winning $630,000 and becoming the youngest 23-year-old champion. The victory highlighted the rise of youthful stars, a trend echoed in the 2026 PGA at Aronimink, where world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler leads a field that includes Rory McIlroy and others.

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Story summary

The United States will host the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, from May 14 to May 17.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is the champion and betting favorite at +450 odds.
World No. 2 Rory McIlroy trails at +800 odds while Cameron Young is listed at +1200.
LIV Golf stars Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm seek rebounds while ESPN and CBS will broadcast the event under clear-sky, 85 °F Sunday weather.

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