Scheffler shares US PGA lead as Aronimink bites back
Summary
Scottie Scheffler, the world number one and defending US PGA Champion, is tied for the first-round lead at the US PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club. The course proved difficult for most players, with only 32 out of 156 finishing under par on day one.Key Facts
- Aronimink Golf Club in Pennsylvania hosted the US PGA Championship.
- The course was challenging with thick rough, sloping greens, and undulating terrain.
- Only about one-fifth of the field (32 players) finished the first round below par.
- Scottie Scheffler shot a three-under 67 and is part of a seven-way tie for the lead.
- Other leaders include Martin Kaymer (Germany), Stephan Jaeger (Germany), Aldrich Potgieter (South Africa), Min-Woo Lee (Australia), Ryo Hisatsune (Japan), and Alex Smalley (USA).
- Rory McIlroy struggled late in his round, finishing four over par.
- Bryson DeChambeau also had a difficult day, scoring six over par due to problems with his short game.
- Only Patrick Reed posted a bogey-free round, finishing one shot behind the leaders.
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