Louisville's golf superstar Justin Thomas won the 99th PGA Championship, a dream to honor his father and grandfather, both PGA professionals. After the victory, Justin remembered his hometown buddies, too. Hey Kentucky! @JustinThomas34 is bringing home the Wanamaker. pic.twitter.com/ceylSSQIiS— PGA Championship (@PGAChampionship) August 14, 2017 Many are noticing how millennial golfers enjoy more peer camaraderie than previous generations of competitors. Here's an overview of Justin's championship week. It was an unforgettable week at Quail Hollow. pic.twitter.com/Dm2lapsxiU— PGA Championship (@PGAChampionship) August 15, 2017 Reflecting on his young life, 24-year-old Justin told ESPN he witnessed Tiger Woods' 2000 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club. Justin, only seven at the time, said when he heard the crowd roar as Woods sank his winning putt,
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Louisville’s most recent PGA Championship – Rory Glory
During this week's early PGA Championship (pushed ahead because of the Olympics), it's fun to reflect on Valhalla's most recent major from 2014. I was privileged to be included in the CBS preview show. Rory, Phil, Ricky all raced daylight and drama trying to collect the PGA Championship trophy in Louisville. Rory prevailed. Phil Mickelson had better days at Valhalla, including being part of America's last victory in the Ryder Cup in 2008.
PGA four way play
Watch Rory, Phil, Rickie, and Henrik play every shot of their final rounds in the 2014 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville. SPOILER: Rory wins.