When does Rory McIlroy start PGA Championship final round? Sunday tee times and schedule
Rory McIlroy is one shot behind the leaders heading into the final round of the 2026 PGA Championship, positioning himself for a potential third title. Underdog Alex Smalley holds a two-shot lead over a group of top players, including Jon Rahm and Ludvig Aberg. The tightly contested leaderboard features the top 30 players separated by just five strokes, setting up a dramatic finish at Aronimink Golf Club.
- ▪Alex Smalley leads the PGA Championship by two shots entering the final round.
- ▪Rory McIlroy is one shot behind the leaders and in contention for his third PGA title.
- ▪Five players, including Jon Rahm and Ludvig Aberg, are tied for second, two shots behind Smalley.
- ▪The top 30 players are separated by only five strokes, creating a highly competitive final round.
- ▪Fourth-round coverage begins at 4pm BST on Sky Sports Golf in the UK.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 07:43:19 +0000 |
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