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Rory McIlroy Set to Steal the Spotlight in Sunday’s Thrilling PGA Championship Finale

Rory McIlroy Set to Steal the Spotlight in Sunday’s Thrilling PGA Championship Finale

Sunday’s PGA finale will be epic for 1 player more than anyone else

With a crowded leaderboard and challenging course conditions, the PGA Championship Sunday promises to be a thrilling affair. However, one player stands out as the one to watch: Rory McIlroy.

McIlroy has been in impressive form throughout the tournament and is the only player to have shot under par in all three rounds so far. He is also the only player to have held the lead at any point during the championship.

McIlroy is known for his aggressive style of play and his ability to hit the ball a long way. He will need to use all of his skills to navigate the demanding layout and stay focused to emerge victorious.

If McIlroy can play to his potential, he has the chance to win his fifth major championship and cement his place as one of the greatest golfers of all time.

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2024 PGA Championship: How to watch, who can win, news, more

2024 PGA Championship: How to watch, who can win, news, more

The 106th PGA Championship will be held at the PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas from May 13 to 19, 2024, marking the first major held at the newly-opened course. Jon Rahm will defend his title.

Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Justin Thomas are among the other top contenders. The field will be filled out by a number of qualifiers, including the top 15 finishers at the 2023 PGA Professional Championship and the top 20 from the PGA TOUR University Finals.

Coverage of the tournament will air on CBS and ESPN+ beginning on Thursday, May 16.

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2024 PGA Championship schedule: TV times, channel, streaming, dates and more

2024 PGA Championship schedule: TV times, channel, streaming, dates and more

The 2024 PGA Championship will be the 106th PGA Championship, a major golf championship and the second of four major tournaments in the season. The tournament is scheduled to be played from May 16-19, 2024, at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Brooks Koepka is the defending champion.

The PGA Championship will be broadcast live on ESPN+ and CBS. Live streaming will be available on Masters.com, the PGA Championship app, and ESPN+.

The schedule is as follows:

**Thursday, May 16**

1:00 pm – 7:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

**Friday, May 17**

1:00 pm – 7:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

**Saturday, May 18**

10:00 am – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
1:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

**Sunday, May 19**

10:00 am – 9:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

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How to watch 2024 PGA Championship: ESPN schedule

How to watch 2024 PGA Championship: ESPN schedule

**How to Watch 2024 PGA Championship on ESPN**

Get ready for the thrilling 2024 PGA Championship, set for May 16-19 at Valhalla Golf Club. ESPN and its family of networks will provide comprehensive coverage throughout the event.

ESPN2 will air live coverage on Thursday and Friday, May 16-17, from 1 to 6 p.m. ET. ESPN will then take over for the weekend rounds:

* Saturday, May 18: ESPN2, 12 to 6 p.m. ET
* Sunday, May 19: ESPN, 1 to 7 p.m. ET

In addition to the television coverage, ESPN+ will stream all four rounds live, offering multiple viewing options and expert analysis.

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Gotterup builds 4-shot cushion at Myrtle Beach

Gotterup builds 4-shot cushion at Myrtle Beach

Myrlte Beach, S.C. – After three rounds at the 2023 Dustin Johnson World Junior Golf Championship presented by Kiva, Gotterup has built a four-stroke lead over his fellow competitors. With scores of 66, 67, and 64, he sits at 15-under-par 198. Tied for second place are Ethan Gao and David Ford at 11-under-par 202.

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Gotterup closes with 4 birdies, leads Myrtle Beach

Gotterup closes with 4 birdies, leads Myrtle Beach

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. – Karsen Gotterup closed with four consecutive birdies to post a 4-under-par 67 Tuesday and take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Women’s South Carolina Golf Association Myrtle Beach Amateur Championship at Dunes Golf and Beach Club.

Gotterup, a senior at Charleston Southern University from Tega Cay, made three birdies on her front nine Tuesday to finish her first nine in 2-under 34. After a bogey at No. 10, Gotterup made birdie at Nos. 14, 15, 16 and 17.

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Stricker leads Els by 1 stroke at Regions Tradition

Stricker leads Els by 1 stroke at Regions Tradition

Steve Stricker holds a narrow one-shot lead over Ernie Els after the opening round of the Regions Tradition, the first major championship of the PGA Tour Champions season.

Stricker carded a 4-under 68 at Greystone Golf and Country Club on Thursday, while Els sits one stroke back after a 3-under 69.

Stricker, the 2021 Regions Tradition champion, made four birdies and an eagle on the front nine, but he gave two strokes back with bogeys on Nos. 10 and 12. He steadied the ship with a birdie on No. 13 and finished with five pars.

Els, the 2012 Regions Tradition winner, birdied four of his first eight holes and made the turn in 4-under 32. He dropped a shot on the par-4 10th hole, but he rebounded with a birdie on the par-5 13th to get back within one of Stricker.

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2024 Wells Fargo Championship Friday TV coverage: How to watch Round 2

2024 Wells Fargo Championship Friday TV coverage: How to watch Round 2

Catch Round 2 of the 2024 Wells Fargo Championship on Golf Channel Friday from 3-6 p.m. ET. The second day of the tournament at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm in Potomac, Maryland, will feature the remaining 132 players competing for a spot in the weekend rounds. Friday’s coverage will include live look-ins on featured groups and hole-by-hole coverage of key moments.

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Inside the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball site: 6 things to know about Oak Hills CC

Inside the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball site: 6 things to know about Oak Hills CC

Entering its second year as host of the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball, Oak Hills Country Club in San Antonio, Texas, presents a picturesque yet demanding layout for the nation’s top female amateurs. Here are six things to know about the historic venue:

– Course designers: A.W. Tillinghast in 1921 (originally named Brackenridge Golf Course), then redesigned in 1968 by George Fazio.
– Length: 6,408 yards for the championship, with four sets of tees.
– Greens: TifEagle Bermuda, known for their speed and smoothness.
– Hazards: Mature trees, numerous bunkers, and several water features.
– Notable holes: The par-4 17th, a dogleg left with an elevated green, is the course’s signature hole.
– Tournament history: In 2022, Jensen Castle and Kaitlyn Papp defeated Kennedy Pedigo and Bailey Shoemaker 2 and 1 in the inaugural U.S. Women’s Four-Ball at Oak Hills.

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Winner’s bag: Taylor Pendrith’s clubs at the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson

Winner’s bag: Taylor Pendrith’s clubs at the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson

In his victory at the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson, Taylor Pendrith relied on a powerful and versatile set of clubs. His driver was a Ping G430 LST, designed for maximum distance and accuracy. For his irons, Pendrith used a set of Titleist T100 irons, known for their precision and feel. His TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 wedge provided exceptional spin control around the greens. Pendrith’s putter, a Scotty Cameron Circle T, helped him secure several crucial putts during the tournament. Overall, his carefully curated bag showcased the latest advancements in golf club technology and contributed significantly to his impressive victory.

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