The second round of the 108th PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is underway, with defending champion Scottie Scheffler experiencing an early setback. Scheffler, who began the day tied for the lead at 3-under par, opened his round with a bogey, dropping him to 2-under and outside the immediate frontrunning group. Meanwhile, players like Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau face pressure to perform, needing strong showings to navigate the cut line and remain in contention for the weekend's play.
Several golfers who shared the overnight lead are now out on the course, navigating the challenges of the second day. Scheffler commenced his round on the back nine, as did Matt Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose, both of whom were also among the group of seven players who started Friday at 3-under. Other notable names such as Shane Lowry, Collin Morikawa, and Viktor Hovland have also begun their second rounds.
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The cut line, which determines which players advance to the weekend, is a significant factor for many competitors. Only the top 70 players and ties will earn a spot in the third and fourth rounds. This creates a competitive dynamic where players are not only aiming for contention but also fighting for survival in the tournament.
The broadcast of the championship continues across multiple platforms. Friday's second round action is being streamed on ESPN+ from early morning, with the main broadcast available on ESPN throughout the day and shifting to ESPN2 in the evening. Coverage on Saturday and Sunday will involve both ESPN and CBS, with CBS taking over portions of the primary broadcast for the latter two rounds.
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The early struggles of Bryson DeChambeau are also noted. After a difficult opening round 76, he was observed practicing extensively on the driving range, hitting a considerable number of balls before commencing his second round. The focus remains on how these top players, and indeed the wider field, will respond to the evolving leaderboard and course conditions.
