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McIlroy, Scheffler, and Schauffele headline PGA Championship at Quail Hollow

The 2025 PGA Championship begins with Rory McIlroy seeking back-to-back majors, Scottie Scheffler as the betting favorite, and defending champion Xander Schauffele regaining form.

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May 4, 2025; McKinney, Texas, USA; Scottie Scheffler celebrates with the winner's trophy during the final round of the THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson golf tournament. Scheffler won with a score of 31-under par for the tournament. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images/File Photo
Xander Schauffele holds The Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament at Valhalla Golf Club.
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Overview

  • Rory McIlroy enters as a top contender, buoyed by his recent Masters triumph and a strong track record at Quail Hollow, where he has won four times.
  • World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, fresh off an eight-shot victory at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, is the narrow betting favorite to claim his first PGA Championship title.
  • Defending champion Xander Schauffele, recovering from an early-season rib injury, has shown improving form with recent top-20 finishes, including a T8 at the Masters.
  • Jordan Spieth aims to complete the career Grand Slam, while Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas, both in strong recent form, are among the key challengers.
  • Quail Hollow's 'Green Mile,' a challenging three-hole stretch, and softened course conditions due to rain are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the leaderboard.