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Final Round of 2026 PGA at Aronimink: Smalley Leads

5/17/2026

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Summary

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The 2026 PGA Championship will conclude on Sunday, May 17, 2026, with the final round at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
Coverage includes ESPN from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. ET, CBS live 1 p.m.–7 p.m. ET, and streaming on ESPN+ and Fubo (free trial).
The tournament features Alex Smalley leading at six under, Ludvig Åberg and Jon Rahm two shots back, and a $20.5 million purse.

History

Historical Context

Tiger Woods’ 2000 title defense at Valhalla, the first successful PGA Championship defense since 1937, signaled rising prestige. Expanded TV coverage in 2018 and a schedule shift in 2016 broadened its audience, leading to a $20.5 million purse for the 2026 Aronimink event, with ESPN and CBS delivering nationwide live streams.

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Story summary

The 2026 PGA Championship will conclude on Sunday, May 17, 2026, with the final round at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
Coverage includes ESPN from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. ET, CBS live 1 p.m.–7 p.m. ET, and streaming on ESPN+ and Fubo (free trial).
The tournament features Alex Smalley leading at six under, Ludvig Åberg and Jon Rahm two shots back, and a $20.5 million purse.

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