Live Coverage: PGA Championship 2025 - Dates, Tee Times, Venue, Participant List, and Streaming Info as McIlroy Targets Victory at Preferred Course
** Ready for a major showdown? Rory McIlroy prepares to conquer Quail Hollow as the 2025 PGA Championship is set to captivate golf fans next week.**
After completing the career Grand Slam by triumphing at Augusta National in mid-April, McIlroy, now 35, has a golden opportunity to add another major title to his illustrious career at the PGA Championship in Charlotte.
A formidable contender at Quail Hollow, McIlroy has already clinched four victories at the venue. His fondness for the course is evident, making his participation even more anticipated.
Xander Schauffele, the defending champion following his spectacular performance at Valhalla Golf Club last year, will face stiff competition. However, his victory was somewhat eclipsed by the tumultuous event surrounding Scottie Scheffler's arrest.
A year ago, Scheffler found himself in a chaotic situation when he was accused of assaulting a police officer on the second day of the tournament. As a result, he was placed in a police car and transported to a station, but all charges against him were ultimately dropped [5].
Now, Scheffler aims to capitalize on the PGA Championship to erase any remaining memories of that dramatic incident.
2025 PGA Championship: Key Info
The 2025 PGA Championship is scheduled for May 15-18. The tournament will unfold at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The action is expected to commence at 1pm UK time, with further details on timings to be announced [4].
Where to catch all the action:
Tune in to talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2 to follow the live coverage. You can access the live stream HERE or listen through the talkSPORT app, smart speaker, DAB digital radio, or 1089/1053 AM [4]. The event will also be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK.
The Competitors
The PGA Championship will attract a maximum field of 156 players, with the world's finest golfers in attendance, save for any injuries.
Some notable LIV Golf stars, such as Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, and Cameron Smith, will make their presence felt [1]. Past winners of the PGA Championship, including John Daly, Padraig Harrington, Rich Beem, and Martin Kaymer, will also tee off [1].
Regrettably, Tiger Woods, a four-time major winner, will not participate as he recovers from Achilles surgery [1].
Exceptions at the PGA Championship
In contrast to the other major tournaments, the PGA Championship does not include amateur players [2]. Twenty PGA Professionals will round out the field to distinguish this event from others [2]. The full field, tee times, and groupings will be announced when available.
Previous Winners
- 2024: Xander Schauffele -21
- 2023: Brooks Koepka -9
- 2022: Justin Thomas -5
- 2021: Phil Mickelson -6
- 2020: Colin Morikawa -13
- 2019: Brooks Koepka -8
- 2018: Brooks Koepka -16
- 2017: Justin Thomas -8
- 2016: Jimmy Walker -14
- 2015: Jason Day -20
Quail Hollow Club: The Course
George Cobb designed the Quail Hollow Club in 1959, boasting 7,600 yards and a par of 71 [6]. This will mark the second time the venue has hosted the PGA Championship, having previously done so in 2017 when Justin Thomas emerged victorious.
The course is well-known for hosting the Wells Fargo Championship (renamed Truist Championship in 2025) annually since 2003. The stretch from holes 16 through 18, dubbed "The Green Mile," is considered one of the most challenging in golf [6].
Scottie Scheffler: From Felony to Triumph
While the 2024 PGA Championship was overshadowed by Scheffler’s arrest and charges, he still managed to tie for eighth place in the event [5]. Following his win at the PGA Championship, he expressed his emotions:
"I told myself, 'this was my opportunity, just capture it.' I stayed very patient. I was looking up at the board. I wanted to know exactly where I stood. I wanted to know and address my feelings when they were happening." [5]
The charges against Scheffler were ultimately dropped on May 29, 2024, with no further legal repercussions [5]. Scheffler continued his dominant form, tying the PGA Tour’s 72-hole scoring record (253) at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson [3][2].
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- Upon erasing the memories of his chaotic 2024 incident, Scottie Scheffler aims to make a strong impact at the 2025 PGA Championship, seeking redemption on the Quail Hollow green.
- In the year following his arrest for assaulting a police officer during the tournament, Scheffler tied for eighth place at the PGA Championship, demonstrating a commendable resolve.
- As the 2025 PGA Championship approaches, golf enthusiasts anticipate a showdown between Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffle, both accomplished competitors at Quail Hollow.
- The 2025 PGA Championship, scheduled from May 15-18, will give diverse players such as LIV Golf stars and PGA professionals a chance to outshine each other at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- A notable absence will be Tiger Woods, recovering from Achilles surgery, in the lineup for the 2025 PGA Championship, leaving an opportunity for other players to steal the spotlight.
