Following a dramatic birdie on the 18th, the American secured his place on the list of winners of one of golf’s oldest tournaments, but who has the most?
Paul RudderEnglish_ASPaul Reidypaulreidy67Update: May 20th, 2024 11:12 EDT
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Originally a match play event, the PGA Championship format was changed to a stroke play event in 1958 and has given fans annual excitement when the tournament comes around each May. Indeed, this year was no different as Xander Schauffele brought the curtain down on a more than eventful tournament to win the first major of his career.
"If you put yourself in the mix as often as he does, you're bound to win one"—@JohnMiddlekauff congratulates Xander Schauffele on winning his first major pic.twitter.com/t4HqObaZ2f
— The Volume (@TheVolumeSports) May 20, 2024
What is the PGA Championship
An annual golf competition held in the middle of May – was held in mid-August until 2019 – the PGA Championship was established in 1916 and stands as one of the four major championships played every year. The others include the Masters, the U.S. Open, and the Open Championship (British Open). It’s worth noting, however, that the Championship has some particular aspects. Firstly, the champion of the competition earns automatic qualification for the three tournaments mentioned above and for the following five years. Said champion is also exempt from qualifying for the PGA Championship for life.
Pure class from Bryson DeChambeau as he tips his cap towards the winner of the PGA Championship Xander Schauffele, "I'm proud of Xander for finally getting the job done. He's an amazing golfer & well deserved major champion." #PGAChamp pic.twitter.com/hllG1JdYNp
— Chris McKee (@mrmckee) May 20, 2024
