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1966 Golf PGA Championship

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The 1966 PGA Championship was the 48th PGA Championship, played July 14–17 at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio. Al Geiberger won his first major championship, finishing four strokes ahead of runner-up Dudley Wysong.

Chronological Storyline (6 Milestones)

Jul 14, 1966 CE

First Round

Al Geiberger opens the tournament with a 4-under-par 67 to take the first-round lead at Firestone Country Club.

Jul 15, 1966 CE

Second Round

Geiberger follows up his opening round with a 1-under-par 69 to maintain his lead at the halfway point of the championship.

Jul 16, 1966 CE

Third Round

Despite shooting a 1-over-par 71 in the third round, Al Geiberger holds onto his lead heading into the final day of the tournament.

Jul 17, 1966 CE

Runner-Up Finish

Dudley Wysong finishes in second place, four strokes behind Geiberger at 279, marking the best major championship finish of his career.

Jul 17, 1966 CE

Final Round

Al Geiberger closes with a 2-under-par 68 to secure his first major championship victory with a total score of 275.

Jul 17, 1966 CE

Notable Contenders

Jack Nicklaus and Frank Beard finish tied for third place, seven strokes behind the winner at 282.