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The PGA of America rolled out proactive messages and signage to promote respectful fan behavior at the PGA Championship.
Organizers aim to curb vitriol after past incidents at Bethpage Black by being more proactive this week.
Signs urged fans to respect players and cheer for great plays regardless of who makes them.
Thursday rounds featured notably well-behaved crowds, with only light heckling directed at a few players.
Officials hope to strike a balance between energizing crowds and keeping the environment respectful.
The article situates Philadelphia fans as capable of spirited but good-natured reception of players like Scheffler and McIlroy.
The piece compares current measures to past Ryder Cup tensions and notes ongoing coverage from Sports Illustrated.
The article notes potential escalation or changes if similar situations arise later in the weekend.
The PGA of America is credited with publicly guiding the event toward a more controlled and respectful environment.
The article highlights how the tournament is balancing entertainment with decorum as it unfolds.

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Co-leaders Alex Smalley and Maverick McNealy held a narrow two-shot edge as play wrapped the second round at Aronimink.
The course’s greens and their aggressive pin locations emerged as the defining test of the tournament so far.
Golfers reported the greens' speed and slopes created a brutal, difficult test, with some cups appearing unusually deep.
PGA of America official Kerry Haigh faced questions on whether to ease up or press the test further.
Wind gusts exceeded 20 mph, amplifying the challenge and influencing shot choices around the course.
The leaderboard remains crowded, with 15 players within two shots of the lead heading into Saturday.
Analysts noted Aronimink’s comparison to other major venues as a test of modern golf’s balance between power and precision.
Rory McIlroy criticized the course beforehand, suggesting strategy off the tee might not be fully tested this week.
Aronimink measures well under 7,400 yards, but the layout demands precision on fast greens and tricky bunkers.
The PGA’s aim remains creating a championship test that pushes the field without compromising fairness.

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