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Oldest Senior Golf Major Heads to Florida's Tough Concession
14 Apr
Summary
- Senior PGA Championship, golf's oldest major, is at The Concession.
- The Concession, built by Nicklaus and Jacklin, demands precision play.
- A deep field includes past champions and Hall of Famers.
The 86th Senior PGA Championship, the most historic major in senior golf, is underway at The Concession Golf Club in Bradenton, Florida. This marks the first time the championship has been held in Florida since 2000 and begins a three-year agreement with the venue through 2028. The Concession, co-designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin, is a challenging par 72 course that tests players with 85 bunkers and water hazards on 12 holes. Its design emphasizes control into greens and disciplined play around hazards, with firm Bermuda surfaces and tight surrounds.
The championship boasts a significant field, including 11 past Senior PGA champions, 21 major champions, seven World Golf Hall of Famers, and 10 former Ryder Cup captains. This caliber of talent ensures a competitive week, highlighting that senior major golf remains a serious examination of skill. Notable contenders include Stewart Cink, Zach Johnson, David Toms, Steven Alker, Padraig Harrington, Steve Stricker, Bernhard Langer, Ernie Els, and defending champion Ángel Cabrera.
