Sleeper Picks: PGA Championship

Key Points:

• Sepp Straka (+10500) is highlighted as a sleeper pick for the PGA Championship due to his proven talent, four PGA TOUR wins, elite precision on approach shots, and strong putting skills, particularly from mid-range distances; he also performs well on par-3s and has recent success in the Philadelphia area.
• Kurt Kitayama (+1125) has evolved into a consistent contender with multiple top finishes this season, including a T4 at the 2023 PGA Championship on a similar course type, showcasing his world-class tee-to-green game and strong par-4 scoring and bogey avoidance.
• Alex Fitzpatrick (+770) and Matt McCarty (+435) are noted for recent strong performances, with Fitzpatrick achieving breakthrough wins on both the DP World Tour and PGA TOUR and McCarty maintaining a hot streak with three straight top-15 finishes, including a T24 at the Masters.
• Bernd Wiesberger (+550), a veteran with Ryder Cup experience and nine DP World Tour titles, is in good form with multiple recent top-15 finishes and ranks well in scoring despite losing some distance off the tee.
• Stewart Cink (+305), the reigning Charles Schwab Cup champion, leads the PGA TOUR Champions in key metrics and has a history of solid PGA Championship finishes, making him a strong senior contender for a high placement in the tournament.