Ryan Gerard praises Wentworth crowd after BMW PGA Championship first round
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Ryan Gerard has commended the fans at Wentworth following his strong start at the BMW PGA Championship. He finished his opening round at five-under par, placing him third, just one stroke behind Aaron Rai and Joakim Lagergren. Gerard reflected on the energetic atmosphere and the quality of the event, comparing it favorably to The Players Championship on the PGA Tour. After struggling at Wentworth last year, he made use of his previous experience to navigate the course effectively. Gerard aims to maintain his position in contention throughout the remaining rounds of the tournament.
- •Gerard finishes first round at five-under par, third place overall.
- •He made six birdies and one bogey during his round.
- •Gerard praised the energy and enthusiasm of the Wentworth fans.
- •He utilized experience from last year's tournament for improved play.
- •The BMW PGA Championship features a strong field with notable players.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Ryan Gerard comments on the Wentworth crowd as he’s asked to compare the BMW PGA Championship with The Players
"Ryan Gerard has lauded the fans at Wentworth after the first round of the BMW PGA Championship as the American was asked how the event compares with The Players Championship on the PGA Tour. Gerard is one of the notable names in the field this week in Surrey.
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