We’re monitoring the cut line at the 2026 PGA Championship to keep track of who is in line to make or miss the cut at golf’s second major of the year.
The biggest surprise so far at Arinomink was the collapse of Rory McIlroy, a two-time PGA champion and the winner of the past two Masters. With four straight bogeys to close his first round, McIlroy finds himself in need of a major turnaround if he is to extend his streak of eight consecutive made cuts at major tournaments.
Several other early favorites are at risk of missing the weekend’s rounds, as well. Bryson DeChambeau and Ludvig Åberg, both in the same group, will need the rebound strong today. DeChambeau, Harris English and Davis Riley all tied for second behind Scottie Scheffler last year at Quail Hollow; all three could miss this year’s cut. Keep scrolling for the latest updates from Aronimink.
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PGA Championship cut line
As of 10 a.m. in Round 2, the projected cut line was 2 over par. Players with a score of 2 over or better after today’s round would qualify for the weekend’s rounds if the current cut line holds through the end of the day. Projections from DataGolf estimate the final cut line will be 2 or 3 over.
Players to watch on PGA Championship cut line
Players marked with an asterisk started their rounds on the back nine.
Rory McIlroy tee time today
Back-to-back Masters champ Rory McIlroy closed his first round with four straight bogeys and enters Round 2 today at 4 over par. He is scheduled to tee off with Jordan Spieth and Jon Rahm at 2:05 p.m. ET.
Bryson DeChambeau tee time today
Seeking his first Wanamaker Trophy and third major, Bryson DeChambeau didn’t card a birdie until his final hole of the first round, closing at 6 over par. He is scheduled to tee off with Ludvig Åberg and Rickie Fowler at 1:43 p.m. ET.
How many players make the cut at PGA Championship?
Of the 156 players who entered the tournament, 70 are guaranteed to make the cut and play this weekend. That number can grow to account for ties. Last year, 74 players made the cut at 3 over.
Where to watch PGA Championship 2026
Round 2 of the 2026 PGA Championship will be broadcast on ESPN starting at noon May 15. Coverage of Rounds 3 and 4 will begin on ESPN at 10 a.m. before moving to CBS at 1 p.m. May 16-17. Streaming options include Fubo, which carries both ESPN and CBS and offers a free trial for new subscribers. Featured groups and hole streaming is available on PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ (available on the ESPN app with the Select plan).
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: What is the cut line for PGA Championship? Will Rory McIlroy miss cut?
Reporting by Dan Rorabaugh, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Palm Beach Post
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