The PGA Championship is back, and so is the most feared—and loathed—guide in all of golf. While the analytics crowd is buried in spreadsheets, the Vibes-Only Guide is riding a perfect 5-for-5 record, picking winners with nothing but pure gut instinct. From Rory at No. 41 to Scottie at No. 1, we've called 'em all. Now, we're turning our sights to Aronimink for the year's second major.
Forget the stats. Forget the odds. This is where the human gut takes over. We're ranking the top 41 contenders based on vibes alone, and we're telling you now: the man lifting the Wanny (that's our new slang for the Wanamaker Trophy) will be among them. So strap in, and maybe don't bet the house—but definitely keep reading.
The Good Vibes: The best player in the world, hands down, from Friday through Sunday. When the pressure hits, he's untouchable.
The Bad Vibes: Thursdays are still a problem. Blame the schedule, blame the setup, blame whoever you want—but the first round remains his kryptonite.
Does he have a snowball's chance? Honestly, no. But bet on him to fire a Sunday 65 and finish second. Also bet on him cutting a lock of hair from a reporter who asks a dumb question, performing some kind of Santeria ritual, then chuckling like it was all a joke. That's the kind of energy we're talking about.
The Good Vibes: After a long, stubborn battle, he's finally made peace with the DP World Tour. That means he's eligible for the 2027 Ryder Cup—which means Europe will now beat the Americans 24-4 at Adare Manor instead of 23½-4½. Small victories.
The Bad Vibes: Still figuring out how to close on Sundays. But when the vibes are right, he's a top-10 lock.
This is golf's most unpredictable major, and Aronimink is ready to deliver drama. Whether you're a stats nerd or a vibes believer, one thing's for sure: the second major of the season is going to be unforgettable.
