Who won the first PGA Championship?

The first PGA Championship was won by Jim Barnes in 1916. This tournament marked a significant moment in golf history as it was the inaugural event of what would become one of the four major championships in professional golf. Jim Barnes's victory is notable not just for being the first champion of the PGA Championship, but also because it helped establish the tournament's prestige and tradition within the sport.

Walter Hagen, Gene Sarazen, and Ben Hogan are also celebrated figures in golf history, recognized for their significant contributions and victories in various tournaments, including major championships. However, it was Jim Barnes who set the standard by being the very first player to win at the PGA Championship, thereby engraining his name in the annals of golf history.