Only two players have single-digit odds to win the 108th PGA Championship, which starts Thursday near Philadelphia. As expected, those players are Scottie Scheffler (+400) and Rory McIlroy (+750).
When picking the winner of the season's second major, the choice seems limited to these two. McIlroy noted that strategy off the tee at Aronimink is simple, but the greens are key—players must position themselves below the hole.
Statistically, Brooks Koepka leads the PGA Tour in strokes gained on approaches, followed by Collin Morikawa and Adam Scott. McIlroy ranks seventh, while Scheffler is 42nd.
Expert picks include Cameron Young, who has a T4 finish at every major and ranks second in strokes gained. Ryan Young chooses McIlroy, citing his Masters win and a course record 62 at Aronimink in 2018. Jay Hart picks Scheffler, noting his near-comeback at the Masters and consistent 2-2-2 finishes since.