Aberg chases PGA glory at Aronimink

Ludvig Aberg is positioned as a strong contender for the PGA Championship title heading into the weekend. He currently shares ninth place after following an opening 72 with a four-under 66 in his second round. Aberg expressed optimism about his game and his chances at Aronimink.

World number one Scottie Scheffler is also among those tied for ninth, despite voicing frustration over what he described as "absurd" pin placements on the second day, though he deemed the setup fair. Rory McIlroy offered a different perspective, suggesting the tightly bunched leaderboard indicates a setup that hasn't allowed players to distinguish themselves.

Aberg reflected positively on his performance, particularly his ball striking. He acknowledged the course's difficulty, noting specific challenging holes like the 11th and the strategic demands of par-4s that offer short approach clubs but still prove difficult. He emphasized patience and managing expectations on his putts.

The Swede, aiming for his maiden major win, is performing significantly better this year after missing the cut in the previous PGA Championship. His current strong position, despite a congested leaderboard, is a testament to his improved play, especially his approach shots, ranking fourth in SG: Approach to Green.