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PGA Championship

1936

Champion

Denny Shute(Match Play)

Runner-up: Jimmy Thomson

Denny Shute won the PGA Championship at the iconic Pinehurst No. 2 course, defeating Jimmy Thomson 3&2 in the 36-hole final. Shute was one of the most consistent professionals of the 1930s, having won the Open Championship in 1933. His PGA title was a fitting reward for a distinguished career.

PGA Championship

1936

Pinehurst No. 2 · Pinehurst, North Carolina

Champion

Denny Shute

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PosPlayerScore

1

Denny Shute

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Tournament Stats

Winning Score

Match Play

Winning Margin

0 strokes

Course

Pinehurst No. 2

Location

Pinehurst, North Carolina

Field Size

64 players