PGA Championship 2024: What You Need to Know

The PGA Championship is one of golf’s four majors and landed in mid-May 2024 at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. If you care about leaders, course strategy, or just want to watch great golf, this guide gets you straight to the practical stuff: dates, how the event works, who to watch, and simple tips for fans and first-time attendees.

Quick facts and format

The tournament runs four days with a 36-hole cut after two rounds. Top pros plus special invitees make the field—past champions, top finishers in key events, and players high in world rankings. Each day matters: tight fairways and tricky greens at Valhalla reward precision more than raw power. Expect weather to shape rounds, so keep an eye on forecasts.

Who to watch and why

Big names usually show up, so look for current top-ranked players and recent winners on the PGA Tour. Watch how they handle Par 3s and par 4s that demand precise iron shots. Young drivers who can hit long tee shots matter too, but the best scores come from smart approaches and steady short games. Pay attention to player form in the week leading up to the event; warm-up tournaments and practice rounds reveal a lot.

Want to watch live? Broadcasters usually offer full coverage across pay-TV and streaming platforms. If you’re following from outside the U.S., check local sports networks or global streaming services for rights. For live scoring, official PGA apps show hole-by-hole updates and shot tracking in real time.

Thinking of going in person? Book tickets and nearby hotels early. Valhalla can be busy and parking fills fast. Bring sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, comfortable shoes, and a small pack—courses often require walking between holes. Check the event’s bag and camera rules before you go.

If you like stats and betting, start with course history and recent performance on similar setups. Look at strokes gained putting and approach stats—those numbers often predict who will rise on championship week. For casual fans, focus on leaderboard battles and memorable shots; majors are where golf moments stick.

Coverage highlights include final-round drama, clubhouse interviews, and on-course mic moments. Pay attention to pin placements for each round; they change daily and can swing scoring. Also watch how players manage risk versus reward on reachable par 5s—those holes often decide tournaments.

After the final putt, stories land fast: scorecards, winner quotes, and key shots. Expect analysis on how the result affects world rankings and the FedEx Cup race. For fans in Africa, local sports sites and international feeds usually carry highlights and detailed recaps within hours.

Want a quick tip: follow the official PGA Championship channels on social media for highlights, instant reactions, and behind-the-scenes clips. That’s the fastest way to catch standout shots and memorable moments without watching every hour.

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