In a thrilling conclusion to the 2026 PGA Championship, England's Aaron Rai emerged victorious, securing his first major title and becoming the first English golfer to win the tournament since 1919. Rai finished with a total score of 9-under par, one stroke ahead of Jon Rahm and Alex Smalley, who tied for second at 6-under.
A Dramatic Back Nine
Rai's victory was sealed with a stunning performance on the back nine, highlighted by a crucial putt that showcased his composure and skill. His moxie under pressure earned him praise as an incredibly inspirational and likeable champion. The win ends a 107-year drought for English golf in the PGA Championship, a wait that proved well worth it.
Final Leaderboard
- -9: Aaron Rai
- -6: Jon Rahm, Alex Smalley
- -5: Justin Thomas, Ludvig Åberg, Matti Schmid
- -4: Cameron Smith, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele
- -3: Kurt Kitayama, Chris Gotterup, Justin Rose, Patrick Reed
- -2: Matt Fitzpatrick, Scottie Scheffler, Max Greyserman, Ben Griffin
- -1: Jordan Spieth, Stephan Jaeger, Padraig Harrington, David Puig, Harris English, Min Woo Lee, Joaquin Niemann, Maverick McNealy
Andy Bull's full report provides further details on this historic victory. Rai's triumph is a momentous occasion for English golf, and his name will now be etched alongside the greats of the sport.
