Smalley Leads PGA Championship Final Round at Aronimink

Why it matters locally: Aronimink Golf Club, located in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, is hosting this national golf championship, bringing significant attention and potential economic activity to the Philadelphia region.

Alex Smalley concluded the third round of the 2026 PGA Championship at 6-under par, establishing a two-stroke lead entering Sunday's final round at Aronimink Golf Club. Five players registered scores of 4-under par, placing them tied for second position. Four additional golfers finished the third round at 3-under par, holding a tie for seventh. Notable players positioned within the top ten include Jon Rahm, Ludvig Åberg, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, and Patrick Reed, all pursuing Smalley on the leaderboard. The tournament concludes with Sunday's final round.