The PGA Championship is a golf tournament that is scheduled every year by the Professional Golfers’ Association of America. The tournament is one of the four major golf events in the men's category. It is also only one of the four events which is organised for professional players on an exclusive level.
The championship tournament has 72 holes, which involves four rounds of 18 holes each. Additionally, following 72 holes, if there is a tie for the lead, then a three-hole playoff is played for aggregate in addition to a sudden-death playoff when necessary. The tournament, which serves as the final major of the season, is scheduled in May. Ahead of the upcoming season, here is a detailed look at the holes of the PGA Championship.
PGA Championship Holes List
PGA Championship, a four-round professional golf tournament that consists of 72 holes total. This includes four full rounds of 18 holes played on consecutive days, usually Thursday through Sunday.
Here is a list of the 18 holes of the course at the PGA Championship and their importance.
| Holes | Description |
| Hole 1 | The Post: This dogleg left par 4 was lengthened to 495 yards. The challenge is off the tee and in the approach shot. |
| Hole 2 | Winning Colors: This lengthy par four curves gently to the left. The tee shot is demanding because a winding waterway hugs the entire left side of the fairway throughout the front nine, posing a water hazard for errant drives. |
| Hole 3 | Honest Abe: This par 3 demands precision. Floyd's Fork curves dramatically to the right of the green, adding an extra layer of difficulty. The green itself is well-protected: a large bunker lurks to the right, while smaller bunkers flank the left and back sides, waiting to punish off-target shots. |
| Hole 4 | Mine That Bird: This par 4 is about finesse on the approach shot, especially for players who lie back off the tee. Distance control is crucial for finding the putting surface. |
| Hole 5 | The Sun Shines Bright: This par 4 presents a strategic dilemma from the tee shot. A large fairway bunker sits on the right, mirroring the three bunkers lining the landing area's left side. |
| Hole 6 | Long Shot: This is one of Valhalla’s most difficult holes. |
| Hole 7 | Genuine Risk: This is a challenging par-5 hole. The safest route requires taking the fairway on the right, even though it adds some distance to one’s shot. |
| Hole 8 | Float Like A Butterfly: While the yardage calls for a short-to-middle iron, the green presents a real test. A deep bunker guards the front; if one misses it, a tightly mowed collection area awaits, making it difficult to hold the green. |
| Hole 9 | Twin Spires: This uphill par 4 offers a stunning tee shot; however, the fairway is a gauntlet with three bunkers flanking the right side and two lurking on the left. |
| Hole 10 | Big Red: The 10th hole offers a strategic challenge: a double-dogleg par 5. A fairway bunker awaits on the right after the tee shot, while thick rough and trees guard the left side. |
| Hole 11 | Holler: This par 3 demands a middle-to-long-iron shot, and accuracy is crucial. Shots straying too far left will careen down the hillside, leaving one scrambling for par. |
| Hole 12 | Sting Like A Bee: This par 4 has been an extremely challenging hole at Valhalla. The green is unforgiving of any wayward shots, with the course's deepest bunker guarding the right side and a nasty patch of rough lurking on the left. |
| Hole 13 | The Limestone Hole: While the distance is tempting, avoiding the cluster of six bunkers lurking on the left of the fairway is paramount. |
| Hole 14 | On The Rocks: The longest par 3 at Valhalla features a two-tiered green with two bunkers in front and two bunkers behind. |
| Hole 15 | Julep: This is one of the most scenic holes at the course, with deep bluegrass rough borders on the left side, while a hefty bunker guards the right. |
| Hole 16 | Homestretch: The par 4 hole bends slightly to the right, with the creek constantly threatening the entire right side. A wayward tee shot finding the water means a blocked approach or a risky attempt over the creek. |
| Hole 17 | Straight Up: The tee shot at this uphill par 4 must find the fairway for players, thus avoiding the bunkers on the left and right. Two bunkers will protect the green to the left and a closely mown chipping area to the right and rear. |
| Hole 18 | Photo Finish: A dramatic finale awaits at the 18th, a par 5 that's become a Valhalla classic. Players must navigate the landing zone carefully, with a hefty bunker guarding the left and a stunning water feature flanking the right. |
FAQ's on list of Holes in PGA Championship
A. The PGA Championship consists of 4 rounds. Each round consists of 18 holes.
A. In the case of the PGA Championship, the tied players play three holes. At the very end of the round whoever has the lowest score is declared the winner.
A. Members and member guests can play the course at Valhalla.
