INFOGRAPHIC: All you need to know about US PGA and the Irish contenders

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The final major of the year begins later today in Whistling Straits, Wisconsin, so we have put together an infographic with all you need to know for the weekend.

Wow your mates down the pub with trivia about the US PGA Championship itself, this year’s course and the all-important prize money.

There’s lots of Irish interest over the weekend, with Rory McIlroy not the only Irishman attracting attention in the golfing world

World no 1 McIlroy made a faster than expected recovery from injured ankle ligaments to return and defend his title, and Shane Lowry made sure there will be plenty of eyes on him with an impressive win at the WGC Bridgestone Invitational.

Irish fans will also be keeping an eye on Padraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke.

Today’s tee times (Irish time)

Darren Clarke 6.20pm

Shane Lowry 6.40pm

Graeme McDowell 7pm

Padraig Harrington 7.30pm

Rory McIlroy 7.40pm

Darren Clarke backs Rory McIlroy for comeback win

Shane Lowry up to 19th in world rankings after Bridgestone win

Our lads face plenty of competition, with a number of American golfers particularly keen to finish the year on a high in front of their home fans.

Fowler hoping to take it easy at US PGA

How have Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth fared the previous times they’ve played in the same group?

Get the drinks and snacks organised – it’s going to be a great weekend of golf.

Infographic by Michelle O’Keeffe

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