Golf Stars Criticize Aronimink's Extreme Pin Placements at PGA Championship
During the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Philadelphia, top professional golfers expressed shock and frustration over the increasingly difficult course setup. Initially perceived as too easy during practice rounds, the course difficulty escalated significantly after PGA of America setup chief Kerry Haigh implemented aggressive pin placements. Players described the greens as having vexing spines and undulations, with Scottie Scheffler labeling the pin locations as the hardest he has seen on tour, comparable to past U.S. Opens. The challenging conditions, combined with windy weather, resulted in modest scoring, countering early predictions of low winning scores. Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood highlighted the deceptive nature of the fairways and the complexity of putting. The article centers on the strategic decision by organizers to test the players' limits, raising questions about whether this extreme setup represents the best test for the championship as hotter weather is forecast for the weekend.
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