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Rai rises to the top, eclipses stars for PGA title

Aaron Rai shot a 5-under 65 in the final round to pull away from the game's biggest stars, becoming the first English-born golfer to win the PGA Championship since 1919.

Published May 17, 2026, 11:57 PM

Updated June 20, 2026, 4:38 PM3.5K

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Rai rises to the top, eclipses stars for PGA title

Aaron Rai shot a 5-under 65 in the final round to pull away from the game's biggest stars, becoming the first English-born golfer to win the PGA Championship since 1919.

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Rai rises to the top, eclipses stars for PGA title

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