The 2026 PGA Championship is underway at Aronimink Golf Club. Some of golf’s biggest stars – such as Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth AND Bryson DeChambeau – are on the course at the start of Thursday’s opening round. Others, like the reigning champion Scottie Schefflerstart their rounds later in the day. GOLF writers and editors are providing live updates on the first round of the PGA Championship throughout the day, from the venue at Aronimink and beyond.
PGA Round 1: What you need to know
Heading into the first round of the PGA Championship, the biggest stars of recent years are grabbing most of the attention. McIlroy won his second Masters title in April and looks primed for a run at victory no. 3 of the PGA. Scheffler, who finished second to McIlroy at Augusta, is in fine form and hungry to repeat as PGA Champion this week.
Other players to watch out for on Day 1 are Cameron Young AND Matt Fitzpatrickperhaps the two best players right now, and Spieth, who is trying to complete a career Grand Slam this week.
Notable Round 1 Group Times: Bryson DeChambeau (8:18 a.m. ET); Rory McIlroy (8:40 a.m. ET); Jon Rahm (8:40 a.m. ET); Jordan Spieth (8:40 a.m. ET); Cameron Young (1:54 p.m. ET); Scottie Scheffler (2:05 p.m. ET); Matt Fitzpatrick (2:05 p.m. ET)
Quick links: How to watch the PGA on Thursday | PGA Round 1 tee times | Results at PGAChampionship.com
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