Rory McIlroy captured his sixth major at the PGA Championship, joining Scottie Scheffler with back‑to‑back Green Jackets. World No.1 McIlroy and No.2 held the top two spots as the field, packed with five of the top six world‑ranked players, arrived at historic Aronimink Golf Course in Pennsylvania. The venue, a Donald Ross design, celebrates its centenary in two years.

Scottie Scheffler continued his remarkable consistency, while Cameron Young cemented his rise after a breakout season. Matt Fitzpatrick vaulted from outside the top 80 to a top‑five ranking, and Justin Rose returned to a course that suits his game. Jordan Spieth’s recent resurgence adds a seventh possible Grand Slam contender, and Tyrrell Hatton’s precision could thrive if fairways stay generous.

The tournament unfolded amid turmoil in men’s golf, as LIV Golf’s financial model sputters after reportedly sinking $5bn and losing hundreds of millions monthly. Players such as Brooks Koepka have returned to the PGA Tour, while Jon Rahm rejoined the DP World Tour after paying modest fines. With the field stacked, the Wanamaker Trophy will likely leave Aronimink in the hands of one of the top five.