The 1975 PGA Championship was the 57th edition of the tournament, held at Firestone Country Club (South Course) in Akron, Ohio. Jack Nicklaus won his fourth PGA Championship and 14th major title, defeating Bruce Crampton in an 18-hole playoff. Both players finished regulation play at 276 (4-under-par).
Firestone Country Club's South Course in Akron, Ohio, prepared to host the PGA Championship for the third time, having previously hosted in 1960 and 1966. Jack Nicklaus entered the tournament seeking his 14th major championship title.
The opening round of the 1975 PGA Championship got underway at Firestone Country Club. Bruce Crampton, who had previously finished as runner-up to Nicklaus in multiple majors, was among the early contenders.
After 36 holes, the field was narrowed as the cut was made. Jack Nicklaus and Bruce Crampton positioned themselves among the leaders heading into the weekend at Firestone.
During the third round, Jack Nicklaus and Bruce Crampton separated themselves from the field, setting up a head-to-head battle for the final round. Both players were in contention for the Wanamaker Trophy.
In the final round, Jack Nicklaus and Bruce Crampton both finished at 276 (4-under-par), forcing an 18-hole playoff on Monday. Crampton, who had already been runner-up to Nicklaus in three previous majors, once again found himself pitted against the Golden Bear.
In the 18-hole Monday playoff, Jack Nicklaus shot a 2-under-par 68 to defeat Bruce Crampton, who carded a 1-over-par 71. Nicklaus won by three strokes, claiming his fourth PGA Championship title and his 14th major championship overall.
Bruce Crampton's playoff loss marked the fourth time he finished as runner-up in a major championship, with all four second-place finishes coming behind Jack Nicklaus. Despite a distinguished career, Crampton never won a major title.
With the victory, Jack Nicklaus captured his 14th professional major championship, further cementing his legacy as one of the greatest golfers of all time. The win at Firestone added to his PGA Championship titles from 1963, 1971, and 1973.
