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PGA Championship leaderboard: Will Scottie Scheffler or Rory McIlroy claim the Wanamaker Trophy this week at Aronimink?
TL;DR
The PGA Championship is underway at Aronimink, with Scottie Scheffler as the betting favorite and Rory McIlroy closely behind. The tournament is significant as it marks the first time Aronimink has hosted since 1962.
Key points
- PGA Championship is taking place at Aronimink Golf Club
- Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite
- Rory McIlroy is a close contender
- First time Aronimink has hosted since 1962
Aronimink Golf ClubScottie SchefflerRory McIlroy
The second major championship of the season is now underway at Aronimink, and the golf world is now officially chasing the Wanamaker Trophy.
Scottie Scheffler is once again the betting favorite, and he’s entering the week with three straight runner-up finishes. He ran away with the tournament last year, too. Reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy, however, isn’t far behind him. Could this finally be the week that we get the Scheffler vs. McIlroy battle we’ve all been craving?
Play started on Thursday morning at Aronimink Golf Club outside of Philadelphia, which is hosting the tournament for the first time since 1962.
There will be plenty of moment throughout the opening round, but here’s a look at the top of the leaderboard at the PGA Championship:
Updated as of 7:15 a.m. ET
| POSITION | PLAYER | SCORE | THRU |
|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | Alex Fitzpatrick | -1 | 5 |
| T1 | Denny McCarthy | -1 | 5 |
| T1 | Harry Hall |
Q&A
Who are the favorites to win the PGA Championship at Aronimink?
Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite, followed closely by Rory McIlroy.
When did Aronimink last host the PGA Championship?
Aronimink last hosted the PGA Championship in 1962.
What is the Wanamaker Trophy and why is it important?
The Wanamaker Trophy is awarded to the winner of the PGA Championship, representing one of the four major championships in professional golf.
