In the days leading up to the start of play, players have been highly complimentary of the restoration at Southern Hills overseen by Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner. The only caveat has been the possibility of bottle necks brought on but the close proximity of some tees and greens.
Lucas Herbert says PGA Championship host Southern Hills reminds him of one of his favourite courses in Melbourne and it's making him feel at home on the Tulsa, Oklahoma course.