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Aaron Rai reflects on weight of PGA Championship victory at Memorial Tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 9:58 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Aaron Rai reflects on weight of PGA Championship victory at Memorial Tournament
Summary

Aaron Rai prepares for the Memorial Tournament, his first event since winning the PGA Championship. After claiming his first major title at Aronimink Golf Club, Rai discusses the emotional impact of becoming a major champion and the physical heaviness of the Wanamaker Trophy. As he adjusts to his new status, he recalls how it took him days to fully embrace the significance of his victory. Rai is set to make his fourth appearance at the Memorial Tournament, which is taking place at Muirfield Village Golf Club.

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  • •Aaron Rai won the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club last month.
  • •He struggled to process the significance of his victory in the days following.
  • •Rai is competing in the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club.
  • •The Wanamaker Trophy weighs 27 pounds, adding to the victory's significance.
  • •Rai's win marks his second on the PGA Tour and eighth worldwide.
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  • 9:58 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rai is still coming to grips with the ‘weight’ of his PGA Championship win
What they're saying
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Playing for the first time since his win at Aronimink, Aaron Rai is still processing the idea that he's a major champion

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