The 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club is set to be a challenging one as players brace themselves for soggy conditions caused by thunderstorms and scattered showers expected throughout the week. The pre-tournament preparation has been disrupted by the rain, leading players to adjust their practice schedules to accommodate the weather.
Despite the tough conditions, top players like Justin Thomas are ready for the possibility of wet and lengthy rounds. The weather forecast for the tournament predicts a mix of rain and thunderstorms on Friday and Saturday, with a drier Sunday for the final round. Inclement weather is not uncommon for the PGA Championship, as evidenced by last year’s heavy showers at Oak Hill.
Playing in wet conditions may give an advantage to long hitters like defending champion Brooks Koepka, who triumphed in similar weather at last year’s tournament. The leaderboard for this year’s championship is expected to include heavy drivers of the golf ball such as Koepka, Scheffler, Hovland, DeChambeau, McIlroy, and Kitayama.
Justin Thomas stressed the importance of hitting long and straight drives and solid iron shots to excel at Valhalla Golf Club. With the weather conditions adding an extra challenge to the already-demanding course, fans can expect an exciting and unpredictable tournament ahead. Stay tuned to Matzav Blog for all the latest updates and highlights from the 2024 PGA Championship.
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