The 2025 PGA Championship is set to take place at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, from May 15-18, 2025. This marks the 107th edition of the prestigious tournament, featuring a stacked field of the world’s best golfers competing for one of golf’s four major titles.
Course Overview – Quail Hollow Club
- Par: 71
- Yardage: 7,626 yards
- Notable Features:
- The Green Mile (Holes 16-18) – One of the toughest closing stretches in golf.
- Fast TifEagle Bermudagrass greens, resurfaced for this year’s event.
- Long, demanding layout favoring big hitters off the tee.
Quail Hollow has hosted numerous elite events, including the 2017 PGA Championship (won by Justin Thomas) and the 2022 Presidents Cup. The course is known for its challenging rough, strategic bunkering, and dramatic finishing holes.
Top Contenders & Betting Odds
- Scottie Scheffler (+450) – The world No. 1 enters as the favorite, coming off a dominant win at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
- Rory McIlroy (+480) – Fresh off his Masters victory, McIlroy returns to Quail Hollow, where he has won four times.
- Bryson DeChambeau (+1000) – A power hitter who thrives on long courses, making him a strong contender.
- Xander Schauffele (+1900) – The defending champion, looking to add another major to his resume.
- Ludvig Åberg (+1900) – A rising star seeking his first major championship.
Other notable players in the field include Patrick Cantlay, Viktor Hovland, Tommy Fleetwood, Jordan Spieth, and Brooks Koepka.
Key Storylines to Watch
- McIlroy’s Momentum – Can he carry his Masters-winning form into Quail Hollow, where he has historically dominated?
- Scheffler’s Consistency – The world No. 1 has been in top form, but can he secure his second major of the year?
- DeChambeau’s Power Game – His aggressive style could be a perfect fit for Quail Hollow’s long layout.
- Spieth’s Grand Slam Chase – A win would complete his career Grand Slam, a feat only five players have achieved.
- Young Stars Rising – Players like Åberg and Hovland are looking for their breakthrough major victory.
Tournament Format & Broadcast Information
- Rounds: Four (Thursday-Sunday)
- Cut Line: Top 70 players and ties after Round 2
- TV Coverage: CBS, ESPN
- Streaming: PGA Tour Live
The first-round tee times have been announced, with Scheffler, McIlroy, and Schauffele grouped together for an exciting start.
