Overview
- Rory McIlroy, fresh off his Masters victory and career Grand Slam, aims for back-to-back major titles and a potential calendar Slam as he tees off at Quail Hollow.
- World number one Scottie Scheffler enters as the tournament favorite after a dominant win at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, showcasing his peak form.
- Defending champion Xander Schauffele seeks to become the first back-to-back PGA Champion since Brooks Koepka in 2019, rounding out the marquee opening group with McIlroy and Scheffler.
- Quail Hollow's challenging 'Green Mile' finish and stormy weather forecasts promise to test the 156-player field, which includes top competitors from both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.
- Other key storylines include Jordan Spieth's bid to complete the career Grand Slam and Bryson DeChambeau's strong recent performances, positioning him as a contender.