PGA Championship FAQ

Below are some commonly asked questions about the PGA Championship, tournament run by the PGA of America that is one of professional golf's four major championships. Click on a question to view the answer, and for related info see our PGA Championship records page.

• When and where was the first PGA Championship played, and who won?

• What was the prize money at the first PGA Championship?

• Who hit the first shot in PGA Championship history?

• Who was the first golfer to win the PGA Championship twice?

• Who was the first golfer to win the PGA Championship three times?

• Who was the first golfer to win the PGA Championship four times?

• Who holds the record for most PGA Championship wins?

• Who won the last match play PGA Championship and the first stroke play PGA Championship?

• What are the PGA Championship scoring records?

• What is the largest margin of victory in a PGA Championship?

• Who is the youngest winner of a PGA Championship?

• Who is the oldest winner of a PGA Championship?

• Which golf course has been the PGA Championship site most often?

• What is the PGA Championship trophy named?

• What is the PGA Championship cut rule?

• What is the PGA Championship playoff format?

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