This May 13th episode dives deep into the PGA Championship build-up, analyzing Rory McIlroy's Grand Slam quest, Scottie Scheffler's dominance, and other key storylines emerging from recent Tour action.
PGA Championship Countdown: Quail Hollow
- Lead bullet – Focus shifts to Quail Hollow for the PGA Championship, with Rory McIlroy (+500) seeking the career Grand Slam despite recent driving woes (hitting just 8 of 28 fairways over the weekend at Truist), facing off against dominant World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler (+450).
- Secondary bullet – Scheffler enters fresh off a record-tying -31 victory at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, though questions linger about his limited Quail Hollow experience (0-3-1 at the 2022 Presidents Cup).
- Tertiary bullet – Defending champion Xander Schauffele hosted the Champions Dinner, treating past winners to smoked goat cheese dates and Wagyu New York strip steak ahead of his title defense on a course where he holds a strong record.
More PGA Contenders & Storylines
- Lead bullet – Jordan Spieth makes his ninth attempt at the career Grand Slam, quipping about Quail Hollow being "Rory McIlroy Country Club" after a closing 62 at the CJ Cup, while Jon Rahm's major form remains a question despite Liv success.
- Secondary bullet – Keep an eye on recent Liv Golf Korea winner Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Thomas, who finished T2 at the Truist Championship and won the 2017 PGA at this very course (Quail Hollow).
- Tertiary bullet – Analyst Jeff Sherman still believes in Rahm, who provided a lighter moment failing to recognize teammate Tyrrell Hatton's childhood photo in a humorous video clip.
Around the Tours
- Lead bullet – Jeeno Thitikul captured her fifth LPGA title with a flawless bogey-free final 27 holes at the Mizuho Americas Open to reach World No. 2, while Ryan Fox secured his maiden PGA Tour win at the Myrtle Beach Classic.
- Secondary bullet – Fox sealed the Myrtle Beach Classic victory with a dramatic playoff chip-in, dedicating the Mother's Day trophy to his wife.
- Tertiary bullet – Veteran Richard Bland notably prioritized sleep and preparation over a dinner invitation with former President Donald Trump ahead of a tournament.
Quick Hits
A • Sahith Theegala's PGA status uncertain due to neck injury withdrawal from Truist • Kai Trump commits to University of Miami golf (Fall '26) • New 165,000 sq ft PGA TOUR Studios facility opens in Ponte Vedra Beach, featuring Tiger Woods.
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