The 2025 PGA Championship, scheduled from May 15 to 18 at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, is set to feature a compelling narrative: 16 LIV Golf players aiming to challenge Rory McIlroy, who recently completed a career Grand Slam with his Masters victory.
LIV Golfers in the Spotlight
The LIV Golf contingent includes notable names such as:
Brooks Koepka: Three-time PGA Champion.
Bryson DeChambeau: 2020 U.S. Open winner.
Dustin Johnson: Two-time major winner, recently granted a special invitation despite a challenging season.
Jon Rahm: 2023 Masters champion.
Cameron Smith: 2022 Open Championship winner.
Phil Mickelson: 2021 PGA Champion.
Patrick Reed: 2018 Masters champion.
Tyrrell Hatton: Notable for his T15 finish in the 2023 PGA Championship.
Several LIV players received special exemptions to participate, including Dean Burmester, Talor Gooch, Lucas Herbert, Adrian Meronk, Joaquin Niemann, and David Puig.
McIlroy’s Pursuit
Rory McIlroy enters the championship with momentum, having recently secured his career Grand Slam at the Masters. He aims for his sixth major title on a course where he has previously triumphed. McIlroy’s familiarity with Quail Hollow, where he has won four times, positions him as a formidable contender.
Tournament Overview
The 2025 PGA Championship will feature a 156-player field, including top-ranked golfers and 20 PGA Professionals. Notably, Tiger Woods will be absent as he continues recovery from surgery. The tournament will be broadcast live via talkSPORT, talkSPORT 2, and Sky Sports.
As the championship unfolds, the dynamic between established PGA Tour players and the LIV Golf contingent adds an intriguing layer to the competition, with McIlroy’s quest for another major title at the forefront.
