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A day before the start of the 108th PGA Championship in history, the news has not slowed down in Pennsylvania. Here’s a summary of what you shouldn’t miss on Wednesday, May 13th in Newtown Square.
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Sunny weather on the forecast
The 2026 PGA Championship is expected to benefit from particularly favorable weather, apart from a few showers expected on Wednesday evening, which could make it easier for players during the first round.
- Impeccable course conditions
“The playing surfaces are magnificent. The course has not been used since last November,” said Kerry Haigh, director of championships at the PGA of America. “They closed it to allow it to regenerate after the autumn matches, and that’s why it’s so beautiful.”
- Challenging Aronimink Golf Club
The Aronimink Golf Club course is expected to be more difficult to negotiate than during the last PGA Tour pass in 2018, when the BMW Championship was won at -20.
- PGA Championship in August?
In 2019, the PGA of America moved the PGA Championship from August to May, a calendar change that has since been heavily criticized.
- Jim Furyk has a plan!
Jim Furyk, the selected captain of the American team by the PGA of America, aims to bring the Ryder Cup back to the forefront and win at Adare Manor in 2027.
- Luke Donald and Jon Rahm
Luke Donald rejoiced that Jon Rahm had reached an agreement with the DP World Tour regarding his participation in the upcoming Ryder Cup.
- Rory McIlroy’s return
Rory McIlroy, who withdrew after a few holes on Tuesday due to a toe injury, was back on the practice course on Wednesday with new shoes.
- Adrien Saddier celebrates his birthday
The only Frenchman present in the 108th PGA Championship, Adrien Saddier, will celebrate his 34th birthday on Friday.
- Other highlights
Padraig Harrington and Viktor Hovland made waves during the practice sessions. Cameron Young revealed that his golf ball prototype would comply with new test conditions for reducing ball distance for pros in 2028.
- Equipment changes
Alex Fitzpatrick changed his putter, while Rickie Fowler decided to switch to a shorter driver shaft to reduce dispersion. Marco Penge, who withdrew from the Myrtle Beach Classic last week due to health reasons, is fighting to regain full fitness after a viral infection.
Photo: Scott Taetsch / PGA of America
