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Rai put the PGA Championship 'on ice' at Aronimink's No. 16: Kaufman

May 17, 2026 09:49 PM
Golf Channel's Smylie Kaufman discusses how crucial Aaron Rai's approach on No. 15 and No. 16 at Aronimink was to securing his first-ever major championship. After an eagle to finish his front nine, Rai went bogey-free down into the clubhouse.

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