Golf fans are watching the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow with excitement as Jhonattan Vegas leads the field after the first round. The tournament, one of golf’s four major championships, is drawing top players from around the world.
The action began early this morning, with the first group teeing off at 7 a.m. ET. Fans can catch the live coverage on ESPN in the United States, with other options available for viewers in the UK, Canada, and Australia.
Jhonattan Vegas, representing Venezuela, finished the first round with a strong score of seven-under-par. He is two strokes ahead of his nearest competitors, Cam Davis and Ryan Gerard. Vegas’s performance puts him in a good position as the tournament heads into the weekend, but the competition is fierce. The group chasing him includes big names like Tyrrell Hatton, Scottie Scheffler, and Viktor Hovland, all within striking distance.
Luke Donald, the European Ryder Cup captain, delivered a bogey-free round and starts today just one shot behind the leaders at four-under-par. His calm play and experience are proving valuable as he seeks his first major championship win. Donald’s performance is especially impressive given his busy schedule and leadership responsibilities with the Ryder Cup coming up in September.
The Quail Hollow course is known for its challenging layout, and this year is no exception. Players faced soft conditions and “mud balls” on Thursday, which made it tough to predict where shots would land. Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele, two of the world’s top players, both struggled with this issue on the 16th hole, leading to double bogeys. Many players spoke about the impact of the wet course, but the weather is expected to improve, which could dry out the fairways and make play more predictable for the rest of the tournament.
The field at the PGA Championship is also notable for the presence of 16 players from the LIV Golf circuit. These golfers, including Brooks Koepka, Phil Mickelson, and Martin Kaymer, earned their spots through past major wins or recent successes. Tyrrell Hatton leads the LIV Golf players at three-under-par, just four shots back from Vegas. Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau are also in the mix, keeping the competition tight and adding extra excitement for fans following both traditional and new golf tours.
Some well-known names found the first round difficult. Phil Mickelson, who won this event just four years ago, finished eight-over-par after a tough day that included a triple bogey. Dustin Johnson and Cameron Smith also struggled, ending the round over par and needing strong performances to make the cut for the weekend.
As the second round continues, all eyes are on the leaderboard. The world’s best golfers are fighting not only for the prestigious Wanamaker Trophy but also for a place in golf history. The tournament is set to deliver more drama, with changing weather and a course that tests every part of a player’s game.
Fans can expect more updates and highlights as the weekend approaches. With Jhonattan Vegas in the lead and many top players close behind, the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow is shaping up to be one of the most exciting golf events of the year. For the latest scores and updates, follow the live leaderboard and coverage.
This year’s championship is a showcase of skill, patience, and determination. As the field narrows and the pressure builds, only the best will rise to the top. Stay tuned for more action from Quail Hollow as the world’s greatest golfers compete for one of the sport’s most coveted prizes.
