2026 PGA Championship: Ranking the 10 best groups to watch on Thursday and Friday

The 2026 PGA Championship begins Thursday, which means we're nearing one of the best four-day stretches of the year for those who like to watch golf on television. The world's best players have arrived at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, with the hopes of becoming the next major champion and hoisting the coveted Wanamaker Trophy. Among the 156 players in the field are most of the biggest stars in the sport, like World No.

1 Scottie Scheffler, reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy, five-time major winner Brooks Koepka, Cameron Young , Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and more. Now, 156 players are a lot, so if you're wondering where you should focus your attention, you've come to the right place. Below, Golfweek has ranked the best groups to watch as you enjoy the 2026 PGA Championship from your couch (or the office...

we promise not to tell). HOW TO WATCH: 2026 PGA Championship TV, streaming guide The must-see groups (Nos. 1-5) These are the groups for which you'll want to make sure your schedule is clear when they walk to the first tee at Aronimink on Thursday and Friday.

More: Our PGA Championship hub: Videos, stories, scores and more 1. Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth First round: 8:40 a. m.