Cameron Smith surges within one stroke of PGA Championship lead
Cameron Smith is competing closely for the PGA Championship title, currently just one stroke behind the leader. He started the final round four strokes back but made significant progress with three birdies on the front nine. Despite some challenges, Smith's performance has drawn comparisons to his previous major victory at the 2022 British Open.
- ▪Cameron Smith is currently at 5-under for the championship, just one shot behind the leader.
- ▪He started the final round four strokes behind Alex Smalley but made a strong comeback with three birdies.
- ▪Smith's performance has evoked memories of his 2022 British Open triumph.
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PGA Championship live leaderboard: Cameron Smith surges in final roundTopic:GolfMon 18 May 2026 at 6:39amMon 18 May 2026 at 6:39amMon 18 May 2026 at 6:39amCameron Smith did not have any bogeys through the front nine. (AP: Frank Franklin II)abc.net.au/news/cameron-smith-pga-championship-leaderboard-in-final-round/106690768Link copiedShareShare articleCameron Smith remains firmly in the hunt for PGA Championship glory after surging to within one shot of the lead midway through his final round in Pennsylvania.
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