At the PGA Championship 2026 held at Aronimink Golf Club, world number one Scottie Scheffler, former champion Martin Kaymer, and Aldrich Potgieter are tied for the lead after the first round, each scoring three-under-par 67. Potgieter, who started on the back nine, made crucial birdies late in his round. Scheffler rebounded from a bogey at the 14th with a birdie at the 16th, while Kaymer narrowly missed an eagle but secured his place among the leaders with a birdie on the ninth.

Jordan Spieth, aiming for a career Grand Slam, initially shared the lead but ended the day at one-under after two late bogeys. Rory McIlroy faced a frustrating round, struggling off the tee and finishing with five bogeys over the last six holes. Meanwhile, Jon Rahm delighted fans with an eagle from 98 yards, and Bryson DeChambeau's round was marred by a six-over 76, highlighting the challenges faced by many players on a tough course. The leaderboard remains tightly contested as the tournament progresses.