Aaron Rai becomes first Englishman to win US PGA Championship since 1919
Aaron Rai has made history by becoming the first Englishman to win the US PGA Championship since 1919. He achieved this remarkable feat at Aronimink Golf Club, finishing three shots ahead of his nearest competitors. Rai's victory marks a significant moment for English golf and adds to the excitement of the current PGA season.
- ▪Aaron Rai won the US PGA Championship, ending a 107-year wait for England.
- ▪He finished with a score of nine-under after four rounds, including an impressive final round of 65.
- ▪Rai's victory comes as he beat notable players like Jon Rahm and Alex Smalley.
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- ▪ Aaron Rai becomes the first Englishman in 100 years to win a PGA championship — The Sydney Morning Herald
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/aaron-rai-becomes-first-englishman-000417691.html |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 00:04:17 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-18T00:33:21.159Z |
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