Enthusiasm and expectation in the world of golf this week is clear as the PGA Championship in Qual Hallna in Northern Carolina is scheduled to begin on Thursday morning. Some of the top golfers of both PGA Tour and Live Golf League will compete for the second head of the season.
Next to Thursday’s T-off, CBS Sports-which will broadcast the tournament over the weekend-gave many major figures of the world of sports including JJ Wat and Chris Paul. But one opinion that was standing outside, NBA Legend and Avid Golf Fan Charles did not come from anyone other than Barkle.
While Barkle can be one of the most fun swings in the game for a former athlete, his love for golf is famous. He is even rumored to improve in the last few years.
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Nevertheless, he follows the game closely and was not hesitant when he is asked to predict a winner in quail hole. His pick? Rory McLero. Barkle believes that McClayroy will not only capture his second year head – after winning the Masters – but his fifth PGA Championship title in total.
Barkle said, “My pick to win the PGA Championship is Rori McClayoy.” “I think he is on a role right now, and that Grand Slam puts all the pressure from his back. His confidence is the sky at this time.”
Mcilroy is a popular pick – and wisely – how well he has performed in his entire career PGA Championship. So far in 2025, he has played some of the best golfs of his life, already capturing three tournaments win.
Recently, he made a strong performance at the Trust Championships in Philadelphia, finishing 10-enders and finished seventh in the field.
May 10, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; The Trust Championship appears on the tenth hole during the third round of the championship golf tournament. Bill Streur-Emagan Picture
AsDrafting sportsbookMcilroy is the second best obstacle to win the tournament, leaving behind the Scotty Chefler, despite his dominance, to claim winning the PGA Championship in his youth career.
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