The second round of the US PGA Championship 2026 is underway at Aronimink Golf Club, with Scottie Scheffler among seven players tied for the lead at three under par. The day promises intense competition as 42 players sit within three shots of the lead.
Morning Highlights
Scottie Scheffler, the world number one, started his round with a bogey on the 10th hole after finding the rough off the tee. Despite the setback, he remained level par for the tournament early on. Meanwhile, Hideki Matsuyama birdied the par-three 5th to join the lead briefly, but Alex Smalley responded with a birdie on the 16th to take sole possession at four under.
Patrick Reed continued his bogey-free streak from the first round, maintaining a steady performance. Chandler Blanchet, making his PGA Championship debut, birdied the 10th to move within one shot of the lead.
Key Moments
- Scottie Scheffler missed four of his first four fairways but managed to save par on several holes.
- Justin Rose struggled with a double bogey on the 14th, dropping to four over par.
- Shane Lowry double-bogeyed the 17th after a wayward tee shot into the water, falling to two over.
- Michael Block, the fan-favorite club pro, birdied the par-three 5th to move to one under, keeping hopes of making the cut alive.
Leaderboard After Early Action
The top of the leaderboard saw several changes. Alex Smalley led at four under, with Hideki Matsuyama, Aldrich Potgieter, Stephan Jaeger, Min Woo Lee, and Ryo Hisatsune at three under. Patrick Reed, Chandler Blanchet, and others were at two under.
The wind picked up in the morning, making conditions more challenging. Players struggled with the firm fairways and penal rough, leading to higher scores than the first round.
Afternoon Outlook
As the afternoon session approaches, big names like Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, and Jon Rahm are set to tee off. The leaderboard remains congested, and any player making a move could seize the lead. Scottie Scheffler will look to regain his form after a shaky start.
The cut line is projected at around two over par, meaning several top players need to improve their scores to avoid an early exit. The day two action promises more drama and excitement at Aronimink.
