The 2026 PGA Championship is set to tee off at the historic Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, and the excitement is already building. Scottie Scheffler, the world's No. 1 golfer, enters the tournament as the man to beat. He's chasing history as the first back-to-back PGA Championship winner since Brooks Koepka pulled off the feat in 2018 and 2019. Tiger Woods, a two-time back-to-back champion (1999-2000 and 2006-2007), won't be in the field this year, but the stage is set for a thrilling showdown.

Action begins Thursday at 6:45 a.m. ET, and the odds reflect a deep, talented field. Scheffler leads the pack at +480, followed by Rory McIlroy (+950), Cameron Young (+1200), Jon Rahm (+1500), Ludvig Åberg (+1600), and Xander Schauffele (+1800). But before you lock in your picks, you'll want to hear from golf expert David Bearman, who has been on fire this season.

Bearman, a former ESPN golf researcher and Deputy Editor, has been crushing it in 2026. He's up more than 18 units, hitting outright winners like Cam Young at The Players Championship and Matt Fitzpatrick at the RBC Heritage. His expertise makes his PGA Championship predictions a must-read for anyone looking to gain an edge.

One of Bearman's boldest calls? He's fading Ludvig Åberg. Despite the 26-year-old Swede having the sixth-lowest odds, Bearman isn't sold on his ability to close. "Simply put, I don't trust Aberg with it all on the line on Sunday," Bearman says. Åberg's best major finish came at the 2024 Masters (second place), but his PGA Championship record is shaky—he missed the cut in both 2024 and 2025. While he may win multiple majors in the future, Bearman thinks this isn't his time.

For more insights, including Bearman's top sleepers and golfers to avoid, check out his full 2026 PGA Championship predictions. Whether you're a seasoned bettor or just looking to add some excitement to your weekend, this is one tournament you won't want to miss.