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Is it time to give the PGA Championship a break?
The PGA Championship likely isn't anyone's favourite major, but that doesn't mean it's bad. Golfshake Ambassador Matt Holbrook is coming to the defence of this event and explains how it's better than you think and why it's time to cut it some slack.
The PGA Championship 2026 preview, picks & analysis
The world's best players gather at Aronimink Golf Club for the second major of the year, the PGA Championship. Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy will be the favourites, but there are numerous leading contenders for the storied Wanamaker Trophy this time.
10 picks to win the 2026 PGA Championship
Picking major winners is not easy but the cream usually rises to the top. Here are the 10 players who should be fighting it out for the title come Sunday at the 2026 PGA Championship.
10 outsiders to watch at the 2026 PGA Championship
The PGA Championship has a history for providing unexpected winners. Here are 10 outsiders in this week’s field who might be worth an each-way flutter.
My six favourite PGA Championships
The PGA Championship has produced many moments of drama, heartbreak and sublime golf over the years. Golfshake's Derek Clements has shared six of his favourites.
How Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 PGA Championship
Twelve months ago, world number one Scottie Scheffler strode to a five-shot victory in the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, holding off the likes of Jon Rahm. While the winning margin of five strokes suggests his third major was a formality, a different story threatened to unfold.
How Rory McIlroy won his two PGA Championships
Rory McIlroy has a rich history with the PGA Championship, having lifted the Wanamaker Trophy in both 2012 and 2014. Let's take a look back at how he secured those major titles during an earlier period of his remarkable career.
Golf's Growing Divide on Tour
Nothing shows the PGA Tour’s growing divide like prize money. Sepp Straka won $3.6M at a Signature event; Ryan Fox earned $720K for a win the same day. Same tour, vastly different rewards.
How Scottie Scheffler Won The US PGA Championship
Scottie Scheffler claimed his third major with an emotional five-shot win at the PGA Championship. Despite a tight battle with Jon Rahm, Scheffler pulled away late as Rahm faltered, securing victory at Quail Hollow and adding to his Masters titles from 2022 and 2024.
Quail Hollow Gets Mixed Reviews
During second-round coverage of the US PGA Championship, Rich Beem described Quail Hollow as one of the most beautiful, perfectly-manicured course on the planet. Not everybody would agree.
5 Storylines to Follow at The PGA Championship 2025
It's been just a few weeks since Rory McIlroy rocked the golf world with his emphatic victory at the Masters, and now the next major of the season is upon us - the PGA Championship. Returning to Quail Hollow, it has the makings to be a great weekend of golf. Fin Tait has picked out some of the top storylines for this year's PGA Championship.
The PGA Championship 2025 Preview, Picks & Analysis
It goes without saying that all eyes will be on Rory McIlroy as he arrives at one of his favourite golf courses and attempts to win the PGA Championship for a third time. The tournament is being staged at Quail Hollow on a course where the Masters champion has won four times.
10 Picks to Win The 2025 PGA Championship
This year's PGA Championship has the potential to be a classic with the likes of Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau all coming to Quail Hollow in winning form. But who should you be backing to lift the Wanamaker Trophy? Golfshake's Derek Clements has shared his ten picks to win.
10 Outsiders to Watch at The PGA Championship 2025
Most of the attention will be on the biggest names at this year's PGA Championship - and rightly so - but that doesn't mean that someone from the pack couldn't surprise them all and snatch the Wanamaker Trophy. Golfshake's Derek Clements has picked out some outsiders that he's keeping an eye on this week.
Why Rory McIlroy Has a Love Affair With Quail Hollow
If you were to ask Rory McIlroy to play any venue where he would fancy his chances of adding to his major tally then you can be sure that Quail Hollow would figure pretty near the top of that list.
Most Unlikely Winners of The PGA Championship
The PGA Championship is a major that has produced both its fair share of unlikely winners and some highly improbable finishes. Here, we pick out six of the best.
How Xander Schauffele Won His First Major Title
It was meant to be the latest instalment of the Scottie Scheffler Show at last year's PGA Championship. Instead, we witnessed a thrilling shootout between Xander Schauffele and Bryson Dechambeau.
8 Outsiders to Watch at The PGA Championship 2024
Coming into this year's PGA Championship, most eyes are fixed upon Scottie Scheffler, Brooks Koepka and Rory McIlroy, but this is golf and the favourites don't always win. If there is to be an unexpected name etched on the Wanamaker Trophy on Sunday - it could be one of these players.
2024 PGA Championship - 10 Reasons Why You Should Be Excited
It would take the most hipsterish of hipsters to declare that the PGA Championship is their favourite of golf's four men's majors, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't sit up and pay attention. Beyond the obvious, why should you be feeling excited about the coming days? Here are some of the leading storylines that we're keeping an eye on.
The PGA Championship 2024 Preview, Picks & Analysis
The PGA Championship takes place as Valhalla, the course where the most recent of Rory McIlroy’s four major successes was achieved in 2014. If he's going to reclaim the Wanamaker Trophy, he will have to overcome the likes of Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka.
10 Picks to Win The 2024 PGA Championship
It's time for the second men's major of the year as the world's best golfers arrive at Valhalla in Kentucky for the PGA Championship, where Brooks Koepka is the defending champion. World number one Scottie Scheffler and former winner here Rory McIlroy are in ominous form, but can anyone stop these favourites?
Why Golf Needs a Fifth Major That is Not Played in The USA
Should men's golf introduce a fifth major and what form should it take? Golfshake's Derek Clements explains why he thinks a new, travelling worldwide championship is the way to go.
When Rory McIlroy Ruled The World at Valhalla
When Rory McIlroy won the PGA Championship at Valhalla in August 2014 it seemed certain that we were witnessing the start of a period of global domination from the Northern Irishman, who just a month earlier had also claimed The Open. If only we had known what was to come…
How Brooks Koepka Struck a Major Blow For LIV
Twelve months ago a resurgent Brooks Koepka became the first LIV golfer to claim a major as he cruised to victory in the PGA Championship at Oak Hill, seeing off the challenges of Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland.
Are These The Most Unlikely Winners of Golf's Majors
When galleries turn up to watch majors they expect to see the game’s elite competing for the sport’s biggest prizes. Normally, they are not disappointed, but over the years there have been plenty of major champions who came from nowhere to win. Here, we look at just a few of them.
Michael Block Reminded Us Why We Love Sport
The feel-good story at the PGA Championship was written by a club pro called Michael Block. From comfortably making the cut to playing with major champions and making a hole-in-one on Sunday, the 46-year-old reminded us all why we love sport.
The PGA Championship Should Return to August Date on Calendar
There was much to like about this year's PGA Championship, but Golfshake's Derek Clements believes that the event has lost a degree of spark following its move to May and that should be addressed by the PGA of America.
Brooks Koepka Proves That Class Really is Permanent
Brooks Koepka won over the fans at Oak Hill with a sensational performance to claim his third PGA Championship title and fifth major victory, establishing the American as an all-time great, something that seemed unlikely just a year ago.
Billy Foster Believes Matt Fitzpatrick is in Good Shape For The PGA Championship
Billy Foster is confident that Matt Fitzpatrick can contend at this year's PGA Championship, coming just weeks after the reigning US Open champion secured his second PGA Tour victory at the RBC Heritage.
Golfshake Podcast Season 2 #19: PGA Championship Preview, Predictions, Picks to
Regular co-host Ryan Rastall is joined by Golfshake Digital Editor Kieran Clark for a special edition of the podcast, looking ahead to this week's 105th PGA Championship.
2023 PGA Championship Preview, Picks, Analysis, TV Guide
The second men's major of the year kicks off with most of the world’s best golfers in sensational form as they do battle for the Wanamaker Trophy. Golfshake's Derek Clements looks ahead to what promises to be a compelling week at Oak Hill.
10 Players to Watch at The 2023 PGA Championship
It's time for the second major of the year as the PGA Championship returns to the revered Oak Hill, one of the most acclaimed venues in the United States. Always competitive and fascinating, who do you think will triumph? Golfshake's Derek Clements has some names for you to watch.
9 Outsiders to Watch at The 2023 PGA Championship
Who could surprise the favourites and lift the Wanamaker Trophy at Oak Hill? Golfshake's Derek Clements has identified several outsider contenders to follow during the 2023 PGA Championship.
What You Need to Know About Oak Hill Country Club
Oak Hill Country Club was originally designed by Donald Ross. Cary Middlecoff, Lee Trevino and Curtis Strange won US Opens here, while Jack Nicklaus, Shaun Micheel and Jason Dufner have lifted the Wanamaker Trophy on the famous East Course. And who could forget the Ryder Cup in 1995 when Europe triumphed again on American soil.
How Justin Thomas Won The 2022 PGA Championship
Justin Thomas won the 2022 PGA Championship after shooting a final day 67 to finish five under and complete a stunning come-from-behind victory. He battled back from an eight-shot deficit to ultimately prevail in sweltering heat at Southern Hills in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
My 6 Favourite PGA Championship Moments
The PGA Championship has often been regarded as the least significant of the sport’s four majors, something that Golfshake's Derek Clements believes is unfair. There have been some amazing editions of the PGA in recent years, and here are just a few of Derek's favourites.
How Jason Dufner Won The 2013 PGA Championship at Oak Hill
The last time the PGA Championship was played at Oak Hill it was won by Jason Dufner, who set himself on the way to victory with a stunning 63 in the second round. His triumph made up for the disappointment of finishing runner-up to Keegan Bradley at Atlanta Athletic Club two years earlier.
Absent Phil Mickelson Was Sad Loss to PGA Championship
Phil Mickelson, the defending champion, was a sad loss at the PGA Championship. How things have changed for him since he won at Kiawah Island, in the process becoming the oldest-ever winner of a major. The past year should have been a celebration for one of the most popular golfers ever to bestride the world’s fairways. Instead, it has all fallen apart for the 51-year-old.
Justin Thomas Wins PGA Championship in Dramatic Finish
History will record that Justin Thomas won his second PGA Championship at Southern Hills, overcoming a seven-shot deficit to beat Will Zalatoris in a play-off, but this was the major that should have been won by Chilean Mito Pereira.
8 PGA Championship Venues You Can Play
Unless you know a member, then your best chance of playing a championship venue in the United States is by visiting one of the public or resort destinations. Thankfully, there are some crackers among those that can be played by anyone. We take a closer look at eight former hosts of the PGA Championship that you can discover and imagine yourself lifting the Wanamaker Trophy!
6 Reasons Why The PGA Championship is Golf's Underrated Major
The PGA Championship might be the fourth major in terms of prestige and anticipation, but that doesn't mean it's a bad event and it is considerably better than some would credit it as being. While it lacks the iconography of the Masters, the history of the Open and the stature of the US Open, it makes up for that in other areas, as we explain why the PGA is truly golf's underrated major.
5 Outsiders to Follow at The PGA Championship
96 of the world's top 100 golfers are playing in this year's PGA Championship at Southern Hills, one of America's truly quintessential venues that should offer a formidable challenge to the game's best. However, should an outsider emerge from the pack, we have identified five potential candidates for who that could be.
Interview With 2002 PGA Champion Rich Beem
It is 20 years since Rich Beem won the PGA Championship at Hazeltine. It was a victory that changed his life. The popular Sky Sports commentator caught up with Golfshake's Derek Clements to discuss everything from the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Series to this week's major at Southern Hills.
2022 PGA Championship Preview
The second men's major of the season takes place at Southern Hills this week. And the bad news for his rivals is that the venue for the PGA Championship is world number one Scottie Scheffler’s favourite golf course. But who will lift the Wanamaker Trophy on Sunday? Golfshake's Derek Clements shares his comprehensive preview.
10 Picks to Win The PGA Championship
We pick out 10 golfers to keep an eye on at Southern Hills. Five of them will figure on most lists ahead of the year’s second men's major, but the other five may come as a surprise to you at the PGA Championship.
