Scottie Scheffler enters the 108th [1] PGA Championship as the favorite to defend his title this month in Pennsylvania.
As the world No. 1, Scheffler's performance serves as a benchmark for the field. His ability to repeat a major victory would further solidify his current dominance of the professional golf circuit.
The tournament takes place at the Aronimink Golf Club, which is hosting the event for the first time since 1962 [2]. The venue's historical significance adds a layer of prestige to the 108th [1] edition of the championship.
Scheffler is aiming to build upon his previous success at the event. He won the PGA Championship in 2025 [4] at Quail Hollow, a victory that established him as the defending champion heading into this week's competition.
Pundits and odds-makers currently view Scheffler as the leading contender [3]. His consistent form and status as the top-ranked player in the world make him the primary target for other competitors at Aronimink.
While the field includes various challengers, the focus remains on whether the defending champion can navigate the course in Pennsylvania. The return to Aronimink after decades marks a significant milestone for the tournament's rotation of venues [2].
“Scottie Scheffler enters the 108th PGA Championship as the favorite to defend his title”
Scheffler's position as the favorite underscores a period of individual dominance in men's professional golf. By attempting to defend a title at a venue that has not hosted the event in over six decades, the 2026 championship tests whether the world No. 1 can maintain his edge across diverse course architectures and historical settings.
