The PGA Championship boasts a rich history dating back to 1916. Initially a match-play tournament, it transitioned to stroke play in 1958, demanding consistent brilliance from competitors. Legends like Walter Hagen and Jack Nicklaus hold the record for most wins with five each, while Phil Mickelson rewrote the script in 2021, becoming the oldest champion at 50. The coveted Wanamaker Trophy, a 34-pound silver masterpiece, awaits the victor alongside a hefty purse. With drama like Arnold Palmer's elusiveness and Tiger Woods' four triumphs, the PGA Championship is a captivating spectacle.

Legends like Jack Nicklaus and Walter Hagen stand tall with a record five wins each. Youngsters like Gene Sarazen (20 years old in 1922) and ageless wonders like Phil Mickelson (50 in 2021) have proven their dominance here. International stars like Gary Player, Rory McIlroy, and Y.E. Yang have also etched their names on the trophy. The drama unfolds year after year, with John Mahaffey's epic seven-stroke comeback in 1978 a prime example. Modern marvels like Jason Day's record-breaking -20 score in 2015 and Brooks Koepka's lowest aggregate score (264) in 2018 showcase the ever-evolving nature of the game.

What is the Mascot for the PGA Championship?

The PGA Championship itself doesn't have an official mascot. Some individual PGA Tour events have mascots, but the PGA Championship focuses on the tournament's prestige and the professional golfers competing rather than a mascot character. There was an instance where a local dog named Remy, who worked as a goose chaser at Southern Hills Country Club, became somewhat of an internet sensation during the 2022 PGA Championship held there. But Remy wasn't an official mascot. Additionally, according to a few sources, Sir William Innes (an 18th-century historical figure) was the public face of some golf tournaments, including the PGA Championship.