Who is Aaron Rai? What to know about 2026 PGA Championship winner
Aaron Rai won the 2026 PGA Championship, marking his first major victory. He overcame a challenging start to the final round, ultimately securing the Wanamaker Trophy. Rai's unique playing style includes using iron covers and wearing two gloves, which he attributes to his humble beginnings in golf.
- ▪Aaron Rai entered the final round two strokes behind the leader but made a crucial eagle on the ninth hole.
- ▪He had previously won only once on the PGA Tour before this victory, at the 2024 Wyndham Championship.
- ▪Rai joined the PGA Tour in 2022 and had never finished better than 19th in a major prior to this win.
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