PGA Championship
Coverage of PGA Championship in the Nexus archive.
- Trump says his renovation plans for a golf course will have Washington hosting a ‘major’ tournament
President Donald Trump claims his redevelopment of the East Potomac Golf Links will enable it to host major golf tournaments, despite ongoing legal challenges and environmental concerns. The project involves criticism of the course's current condition and a lawsuit in U.S. District Court. Trump also toured updates to Lafayette Park and criticized Janeese Lewis George, the Democratic primary winner for Washington mayor, as a 'Communist.'
- Trump sets Sept. 1 start for overhaul of "run down" D.C. golf course
President Trump announced the federal government will begin renovating East Potomac Golf Links on Sept. 1, aiming to transform it into a world-class public course capable of hosting major golf tournaments. The project follows a legal dispute over control of D.C. public golf courses and is part of Trump's broader efforts to reshape Washington, D.C., through high-profile infrastructure projects.
- Trump says his renovation plans for a golf course will have Washington hosting a 'major' tournament
President Donald Trump claims his renovation of the East Potomac Golf Links will enable it to host major tournaments like the U.S. Open and PGA Championship. The project faces a lawsuit and involves toxic debris from White House demolition. Trump also criticized the course's condition and toured updates to Lafayette Park and a planned arch, while meeting Janeese Lewis George, a mayoral candidate he labeled a 'Communist.'
- Philadelphia’s 2026 sports calendar is packed – but fans are being priced out
Philadelphia is set to host multiple major sports events in 2026, including the FIFA World Cup and MLB All-Star Game, but rising ticket prices are making these events financially inaccessible for many fans. The PGA Championship and World Cup matches have seen unsold tickets and discounted resale prices, highlighting concerns over affordability and fan exclusion.
- Miles Russell qualifies for the US Open at age 17 with Tiger Woods’ son on the bag
Miles Russell, a 17-year-old golfer, qualified for the U.S. Open with Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie Woods, serving as his caddie during the 36-hole qualifier. Russell and another 17-year-old secured spots in the tournament, with Giuseppe Puebla as the medalist from the Florida qualifier.
- Rory McIlroy cuts PGA Championship practice round short after ripping toenail off amid nasty blister issues
Rory McIlroy's PGA Championship practice round was cut short due to a painful blister on his right foot, which he attempted to treat by ripping off his toenail. He is still expected to compete despite the issue. McIlroy is the No. 2 favorite to win the tournament.
- US Secret Service agent placed on leave for allegedly fondling himself in public
A US Secret Service officer, John Andrew Spillman, was placed on administrative leave after being arrested for allegedly exposing and fondling himself in a public area of a Miami hotel. The incident occurred while he was off duty at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel Miami airport & convention center. He was part of an external screening security detail for the PGA Championship attended by Trump.
- Masters winner is set to make $4.5 million out of a majors-record $22.5 million prize purse
Rory McIlroy could win $4.5 million if he wins the 2026 Masters, which features a record $22.5 million prize purse. The Masters' payout surpasses last year's $21 million, with other majors like the PGA Championship and U.S. Open having lower prize funds. Cameron Young recently won $4.5 million at the Players Championship with a $25 million purse.