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McIlroy, Scheffler, and Schauffele Set for PGA Championship Opener at Quail Hollow

The world's top three golfers tee off together Thursday morning as wet conditions and Quail Hollow's 'Green Mile' promise a challenging start to the tournament.

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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.
May 13, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Rory McIlroy watches his approach to five green during a practice round for the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Rory McIlroy enters the PGA Championship as a favorite, buoyed by his recent Masters victory and four prior wins at Quail Hollow.
  • World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, fresh off a dominant CJ Cup Byron Nelson win, is narrowly favored over McIlroy in betting markets.
  • Defending champion Xander Schauffele joins McIlroy and Scheffler in a marquee grouping, starting at 8:22 a.m. on Thursday from the 10th tee.
  • The tournament field includes 13 past PGA Championship winners and contenders like Bryson DeChambeau and Ludvig Aberg, adding depth to the competition.
  • Rain-softened conditions at Quail Hollow are expected to favor long hitters, with the course's challenging 'Green Mile' stretch likely to test players' precision.