Philadelphia, PA - With the field narrowed to 84 competitors, the 108th PGA Championship enters its third round at Aronimink Golf Club. The demanding Donald Ross design has proven a stern examination, with only 21 players currently under par after 36 holes. The chase for the Wanamaker Trophy intensifies today, Saturday, May 16, 2026, as players navigate pairings and tee times across the challenging Pennsylvania course.
The late afternoon pairings feature some of the most significant names, including co-leaders Alex Smalley and Maverick McNealy teeing off in the final group at 2:40 p.m. Eastern Time. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler is set to begin his pursuit at 1:40 p.m. alongside David Puig. The marquee afternoon matchups also include former THE PLAYERS Championship winners Cameron Young and Justin Thomas, who will start their rounds at 2:00 p.m., and the high-profile pairing of Brooks Koepka and Rory McIlroy at 11:00 a.m.
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Early play commences at 7:45 a.m. with Jhonattan Vegas and Alex Noren, setting a long day of golf in motion. The broadcast coverage for the third round begins at 10 a.m. ET on ESPN, shifting to CBS from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. ET. International viewers can tune into Sky Sports Golf from 3 p.m. UK time.
The compressed schedule, a consequence of inclement weather warnings impacting Saturday morning, has seen tee times adjusted. This measure, implemented by organizers, aims to mitigate potential disruptions to the ongoing competition. The tight groupings and specific start times are crucial for players seeking to make their move on "moving day," the penultimate stage of the championship.
Background:
The PGA Championship, one of golf's four major championships, is being held at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. This year marks the 108th iteration of the event. The championship's history is rich with dramatic finishes and shifting fortunes, with Aronimink's challenging layout promising to test the mettle of the remaining golfers as they vie for one of the sport's most coveted prizes. The field comprises a mix of seasoned major champions and emerging talents, all aiming to etch their names into the tournament's legacy.
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