Kurt Kitayama's Historic Performance at the PGA Championship
Kurt Kitayama made history with a stunning 7-under 63 final round at the PGA Championship, tying the record for the lowest score in major championship history. His performance, featuring a series of birdies and only 28 putts, saw Kitayama rise swiftly up the leaderboard at Aronimink Golf Club.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Newtownsquare | Updated: 17-05-2026 23:57 IST | Created: 17-05-2026 23:57 IST
In a display of golfing prowess, Kurt Kitayama recorded a historic 7-under 63 during the final round at the PGA Championship, tying the record for the lowest score in major tournaments.
Competing at the par-70 Aronimink Golf Club, Kitayama's masterful use of the putter propelled him onto the leaderboard, marking him as only the ninth player to hit such a score in the final round.
The Californian initiated his streak with a fiery front nine, completing a bogey-free round. Despite narrowly missing a chance at a record 62, Kitayama finished with finesse, sinking a birdie on the 18th hole.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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