Bernhard Langer reflects on his special connection with the PNC Championship and playing alongside his son.
Bernhard Langer vividly remembers his first appearance at the PNC Championship. His son was still in high school—young, ambitious, and suddenly among golf’s elite. “We had a blast,” Langer recalls. “Back then, he had to compete against professional teams—hitting drives and aiming for the green with an 8-iron, even though he was three over par.” It wasn’t about the score, though. “It was just a wonderful time.” That experience marked the beginning of a cherished tradition for Langer. “I loved this tournament from the very first moment I was invited.”
Bernhard Langer is as stoic as competitors come, but you get the 6x @PNCchampionship winner talking about his son and he LIGHTS up. https://t.co/yM6TxuTJGg pic.twitter.com/eeBSjsTRF8
— Garrett Johnston (@JohnstonGarrett) December 21, 2025
Among Major winners and legends
The PNC Championship unites golfers who have made history. For Langer, that’s a big part of the appeal. “Being out there with other Major champions and legends of the game is something truly special,” he says. But it’s not about trophies or prestige—it’s about family. “It’s one of my favorite tournaments.” Great careers meet budding swings, with Langer in the middle—as both father and player.
A holiday tradition
The December date makes the event special for many players—including Bernhard Langer. “It’s a wonderful time of year, right before Christmas, when families come together. It feels like a family reunion.” While the PGA Tour and other circuits are on winter break, this tournament offers something unique each year: golf, camaraderie,