The countdown is on for the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club, and the field is starting to take shape. As the only major in men's golf reserved exclusively for professionals, this tournament carries a unique prestige—and with just weeks to go, the race for the remaining spots is heating up.

Scheduled for May 14-17, the championship will feature a full field of 156 golfers. As of May 4, 125 players have already punched their tickets, including two of the biggest names in the sport: Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. Both are past champions with lifetime exemptions, though Woods is not expected to compete as he continues his rehabilitation in Switzerland. Both players notably missed the Masters last month, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their absence here.

But the door isn't closed yet. Two final automatic exemptions will be awarded to the winners of the Truist Championship and the Oneflight Myrtle Beach Classic, both taking place May 7-10. The PGA Tour reports that 10 golfers in the Truist field are still chasing their spot: Chandler Blanchet, Tony Finau, Lucas Glover, Tom Hoge, Max Homa, Mackenzie Hughes, Sungjae Im, Kristoffer Reitan, Webb Simpson, and Sudarshan Yellamaraju. For these players, a win this week means more than just a trophy—it's a ticket to one of golf's most coveted stages.

If those winners are already qualified, the PGA of America will look beyond the top 70 in PGA Championship Points to round out the 156-player field. It's a reminder that every shot counts, especially for those on the bubble.

The PGA Championship has been a cornerstone of the sport since 1916, interrupted only by World War I (1917-1919) and World War II (1943). This year, defending champion Scottie Scheffler will look to make history at Aronimink, a classic course known for its demanding layout. Whether you're following the action or gearing up for your own rounds, this year's championship promises drama, tradition, and a field full of talent.