The 2025 PGA Championship, then, proved an opportunity for Scheffler to put that reputation to the test. He's facing ghosts far greater than the ones who dance across Quail Hollow's verdant pastures. The fixture, running from May 15-18, also represents a notable — or rather, notorious — anniversary for the 28-year-old supernova.

PGA Championship runs Thursday through Sunday at Charlotte's Quail Hollow. Xander Schauffele won the event last year.

Spieth, 31, shot a final-round 62 to finish tied for third at the CJ Cup and spark belief that his game is rounding into form.