Aug 17, 2006 CE
First Round Three-Way Tie
Chris DiMarco, Tim Herron, and Billy Mayfair each shot a 5-under 67 to share the first-round lead at Medinah Country Club.
Chronological Storyline (6 Milestones)
Aug 18, 2006 CE
Second Round: Mayfair Leads
Billy Mayfair shot a 4-under 68 to take the solo lead at 9-under par, while Tiger Woods sat just one stroke back after a 5-under 67.
Aug 19, 2006 CE
Third Round: Woods Takes Lead
Tiger Woods shot a 5-under 67 in the third round to take a one-stroke lead over Luke Donald heading into the final day of the tournament.
Aug 20, 2006 CE
Final Round: Woods Wins 12th Major
Tiger Woods won his 12th major championship and third PGA Championship, shooting a 4-under 68 in the final round to finish at 18-under par, two strokes ahead of Shaun Micheel.
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Aug 20, 2006 CE
Shaun Micheel Finishes Runner-Up
2003 PGA Champion Shaun Micheel shot a final-round 69 to finish as the runner-up, marking his best finish in a major since his 2003 victory.
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Aug 20, 2006 CE
Iconic 18th Hole Shot
On the 72nd hole, Tiger Woods hit a towering 3-wood from the fairway that landed on the green, sealing his victory in dramatic fashion.