Scottie Scheffler admitted his struggles on the greens were the decisive factor behind his failed bid to retain the PGA Championship, describing his putting display at Aronimink Golf Club as a "tough pill to swallow" after Aaron Rai secured glory.

Scottie Scheffler entered Friday at the PGA Championship as one of seven tied for the lead after shooting a 3-under 67 in Thursday's first round at Aronimink Golf Club. Given the rest of that group was made up of long shots and unproven players,

The world No. 1 torched TPC Craig Ranch in record fashion last year in an emotional win.

Scottie Scheffler has struggled at times throughout the 2026 season and relatively speaking, those struggles have reared their ugly head once again at the PGA Championship this week. Scheffler has had numerous chances to put his foot down on the gas at Aronimink and take control this week.

The PGA Championship is being held at Aronimink Golf Club near Philadelphia. See how much the pros are playing for.

It’s moving day at the 2026 PGA Championship as 84 golfers tee off in Round 3. Americans Maverick McNealy and Alex Smalley share the 36-hole lead at 4 under, ahead of a stacked chasing pack including the likes of Scottie Scheffler,