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The Championship Shops will be open to the public on Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3 prior to the 2014 PGA Championship. Tickets/credentials are not required to attend this event. The Wanamaker Trophy will be available for pictures both days of this event.Parking is complimentary and located in Lot X across from Valhalla Golf Club.Please see On-site Experiences Panel for full description of The Championship Shops.

THE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOPS HOURSGRAND OPENING No ticket requiredSaturday, August 2 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.Sunday, August 3 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.

CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKMonday – Sunday 7:00a.m. – 8:00p.m.

GATE HOURSMonday – Wednesday 7:00a.m. – 8:00p.m.Thursday – Friday 7:00a.m. – 8:30p.m.Saturday – Sunday 7:00a.m. – 8:30p.m.

PLAYER STARTING TIMESPRACTICE ROUNDSMonday – Wednesday 7:00a.m. – dusk

During the Practice Rounds, players are invited to play at their discretion. No advance starting times are available for the Practice Rounds. The Pairings Board will be located near the Main Spectator Entrance and is continually updated as players begin their rounds from either the 1st or 10th tees.

CHAMPIONSHIP ROUNDSThursday – Friday 7:30a.m. – 8:00p.m.Saturday – Sunday 8:00a.m. – 7:00p.m.

Championship Round starting times as listed above are considered approximate, and are based on the assumption that there are no delays, inclement weather, etc. *Subject to change

TROPHY PRESENTATION CEREMONYThe Wanamaker Trophy Presentation Ceremony will take place on the 18th Green immediately following the end of play on Sunday, August 10. In the event of a tie for first place after 72 holes, there will be a three-hole aggregate score play-off on Holes 13, 17 and 18. If the score remains tied at the conclusion of the play-off, a hole-by-hole play-off will take place until the tie is broken. The hole-by-hole play-off will begin on Hole 18, and move to 13, 17 and 18 repeated. The Wanamaker Trophy Presentation Ceremony will occur immediately following the play-off.

TELEVISION COVERAGESUNDAY, AUGUST 3

Preview Show, CBS 1:00p.m. – 2:00p.m.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7

Live Coverage, TNT 1:00p.m. – 7:00p.m.

Highlight Show, CBS 12:37a.m. – 1:07a.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8

Live Coverage, TNT 1:00p.m. – 7:00p.m.

Highlight Show, CBS 12:37a.m. – 1:07a.m.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9

Live Coverage, TNT 11:00a.m. – 2:00p.m.

Live Coverage, CBS 2:00p.m. – 7:00p.m.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10

Live Coverage, TNT 11:00a.m. – 2:00p.m.

Live Coverage, CBS 2:00p.m. – 7:00p.m.

All times listed above are Eastern Daylight Time.

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THIS IS MAJOR. THIS IS THE PGA CHAMPIONSHIP.AUGUST 4 - 10, 2014 • VALHALLA GOLF CLUB

SPECTATOR GUIDE

PHOTOS / AUTOGRAPHSCameras are only allowed at Valhalla Golf Club Monday through Wednesday, and are not permitted on-site during Championship Rounds, Thursday through Sunday. Mobile device cameras may not be used to take photos during Championship Rounds. Autographs may be requested and given at the contestants’ convenience at the Practice Range and Putting Green during Practice Rounds only.

ADMISSION POLICYThere will be no daily re-admission to the grounds of Valhalla Golf Club. If you leave the grounds, you must have a full ticket to return to the Championship. Once the bottom of the ticket has been scanned, it will no longer provide admission. The only exception is when the Weather Warning signs have been posted. Please wear your ticket in plain view at all times as security personnel will not allow admission to the PGA Championship for individuals without appropriate credentials.

JUNIOR ADMISSION POLICYTo provide the ultimate family entertainment value, the PGA of America is excited to offer up to four (4) complimentary junior admissions with every paid adult ticket. Junior admissions apply to youth age 17 and under, and may be obtained at the Admission Sales and Will Call Of� ce located at the Main Spectator Entrance on the day of entry. Junior tickets do not gain access into private hospitality areas.

MILITARY ADMISSION POLICYTo honor the men and women who serve our country in the Armed Forces, The PGA of America is pleased to offer Active Duty, Retirees, Active Reserve, National Guard, Department of Defense Civilians and their accompanying spouse complimentary daily grounds admission to the Championship. Upon arrival, Military personnel must go to the Admissions and Will Call Of� ce to present their Military ID (spouse must present Dependent ID) in exchange for daily grounds tickets. IDs must be presented in order to receive Daily Grounds tickets.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY FOR SPECTATORS Please observe the Leader Boards and Thru Boards for the Weather Warning Sign which will appear when inclement weather is approaching the site. When the signs appear, spectators are advised to take precautions and seek shelter PRIOR to play being suspended. If the sirens sound, seek shelter immediately.In the event of inclement weather, please remember to avoid the following:

• Grandstands• Telephone Poles• Golf carts• Bodies of Water

• Metal Fences• Tall and/or Isolated Trees• Hill Tops and High Places• Open Fields

WEATHERAverage August temperatures in Louisville, Kentucky range from a high of 88 degrees to a low of 69 degrees.

MOBILE DEVICE POLICYThose wishing to use their mobile devices will be asked to adjust the volume setting to “silent” or “vibrate” while at the Championship.

• Guests may accept or make phone calls in designated “Phone Zone” areas throughout the golf course, primarily near concession stands.

• Digital messaging and checking data is allowed on the golf course.

• Mobile device camera use is NOT permitted during the Championship Rounds.

• No video recording will be permitted at any time during Championship Week.

Spectators attempting to use their mobile device in unauthorized areas or in ways not sanctioned will be asked to surrender the device and pick it up at a designated location after they depart the golf course.

CONDUCT, CUSTOMS AND ETIQUETTEPlease be advised of the following standards of conduct and etiquette:

• Everyone is requested to display traditional customs of etiquette, decorum and behavior, and to obey all Championship policies, signs and verbal instructions of Championship Of� cials.

• For the safety of everyone and in keeping with policy established at major sporting events, running is considered to be unacceptable behavior.

• Although cheering and positive gallery responses to great play are encouraged, unsolicited and consistent calls from the gallery are prohibited.

• Please stay behind the gallery ropes and cooperate with the Marshals.

• Please kneel or sit if you are in the front row and remain still throughout each shot.

ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOMEThe items listed below are strictly prohibited on the grounds of Valhalla Golf Club. All bags will be searched upon entering the Championship.

• Backpacks of any size. • Bags larger than 10” x 10” x 10” in their natural state.

Prohibited bags will NOT be accepted or stored at the golf course.

• Personal electronics such as, hand-held games, radios, televisions, iPods, etc.

• All oversized chairs with wide arm rests. Small, portable, folding chairs are permitted. Carry bags will be searched prior to entry.

• Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit), including pocket knives.

• Coolers, ladders, milk crates, signs, posters, banners, dogs and other pets.

• Food and beverages (including alcoholic beverages). One bottle of water with unopened seal per spectator is permitted.

• Other items deemed unlawful or dangerous by Championship Security personnel, at their sole discretion.

• Please leave all prohibited items in your vehicle as they will not be permitted at the Championship.

INFORMATION REGARDING ACCOMMODATIONS & THE SURROUNDING AREAThe Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau is available to help you with hotel and restaurant reservations, as well as planning itineraries, site visits or reserving meeting and reception space. For information, please call 1-800-743-3100, send an e-mail to [email protected] or visit www.gotolouisville.com/PGA2014.

CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAMOf� cial Programs are available for purchase in the Championship Shops. The cost for each program is $10.00.

METHODS OF PAYMENTThe following methods of payment are accepted on-site at the 2014 PGA Championship, identi� ed by location:

• Admission Sales: American Express, MasterCard, VISA and U.S. dollars

• Championship Shops: American Express, MasterCard, VISA, traveler’s checks and U.S. dollars

• Concession and Beverage Stands: American Express, MasterCard, VISA, Discover Card and U.S. dollars

Personal checks are not accepted at the Championship.

OFFICIAL CHAMPIONSHIP APPDownload the of� cial PGA Championship app—watch live video, get the latest news updates, locate your favorite players and follow hole-by-hole scoring all Championship long.

COMPLIMENTARY WI-FIComplimentary Wi-Fi for spectators will be accessible in speci� c areas around Valhalla Golf Club. Wi-Fi Hotspot locations will be labeled in the on-course pairing sheets available during the Championship.

GENERAL SPECTATOR INFORMATION

THE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOPS GRAND OPENING PARKINGAUGUST 2 & AUGUST 3 ONLYFREE PARKING • NO TICKET REQUIRED • ALL ARE WELCOME

Cincinnati & Points North: • Head South on I-71 South• Take Exit 9A onto I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway) for 8 miles• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Rd• Turn left onto Shelbyville Rd heading East• Proceed East 2.5 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot X on the right

Downtown Louisville & Points West:• Take I-64 East to I-71 North• Take Exit 6 for 1-71 North for 9 miles• Take Exit 9A for I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway) for 8 miles• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn left onto Shelbyville Road heading east• Proceed east 2.5 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot X on the right

Lexington & Points East • Head West on I-64 West• Take Exit 19B for I-265 North (Gene Snyder Freeway)

for approx. 1 mile • Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn Right onto Shelbyville Road heading east• Proceed East 2.5 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot X on the right

Indiana & Points North: • Head South on I-65 South toward Louisville• Take Exit 137 for I-71 East for 9.5 miles• Take the Exit 9A for I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway)

• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn left onto Shelbyville Road heading east• Proceed East 2.5 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot X on the right

Nashville & Points South: • Head North on I-65 North• Take Exit 125A for I-265 East (Gene Snyder Freeway) for 16.5 miles• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn right onto Shelbyville Road heading east• Proceed East 2.5 miles on Shelbyville Road • Follow signage to Entrance of Lot X on the right

THE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOPS GRAND OPENING

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ON-SITE EXPERIENCESTHE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOPSMAJOR Brands, MAJOR Selections. Located near the 14th hole, this 38,000 square-foot merchandise shopping experience offers men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel and headwear from the MAJOR brands including Ralph Lauren, Nike, Adidas, Cutter & Buck, Under Armour, Forty Seven Brand, New Era, and more! The Championship Shops also offer a MAJOR selection of exclusive accessories, gifts, and memorabilia.

THE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOPS HOURS

GRAND OPENING No ticket requiredSaturday, August 2 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.Sunday, August 3 10:00a.m. – 6:00p.m.

Please see inside cover panel for parking details.

CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKMonday – Sunday 7:00a.m. – 8:00p.m.

MERCHANDISE EXPRESSLocated near the Main Spectator Entrance, this shop is ideal for quick purchases upon arrival to the PGA Championship or last-minute gifts before you exit. For the MAJOR selection, visit The Championship Shops: MAJOR Brands, MAJOR Selections.

MERCHANDISE EXPRESS HOURS

CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKMonday – Sunday 7:00a.m. – 8:00p.m.

MERCEDES-BENZ PERFORMANCE CENTERThrough the years, Mercedes-Benz has pushed the limits of the automotive industry and provided their customers with the Best or Nothing. As a Patron of the PGA of America, Mercedes-Benz realizes the importance of performance both on and off the road. Located near the Main Spectator Entrance, The Mercedes-Benz Performance Center provides spectators with an interactive brand experience featuring the latest vehicle models including the all-new S-Class Coupe and GLA. Fans will also be able to get behind the wheel and test out their driving prowess in one of our AMG Racing Simulators.

MERCEDES-BENZ LOYALTY LOTMercedes-Benz continually strives to provide its owners with the Best or Nothing – and this belief doesn’t stop with just our vehicles. At the 2014 PGA Championship all Mercedes-Benz owners will receive complimentary parking in the dedicated Mercedes-Benz Loyalty Lot. Located next to Valhalla Golf Club, the Loyalty Lot will provide owners will private parking in the closest spectator lot to the course and shuttle service to/from the Main Spectator Entrance.

LOYALTY LOT DRIVING DIRECTIONSCincinnati & Points North:

• Head South on I-71 South• Take Exit 9A onto I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway) for 8 miles• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Rd• Turn left onto Shelbyville Rd heading East• Proceed East 2 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot L on the right

Downtown Louisville & Points West:• Take I-64 East to I-71 North• Take Exit 6 for 1-71 North for 9 miles• Take Exit 9A for I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway) for 8 miles• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn left onto Shelbyville Road heading East• Proceed East 2 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot L on the right

Lexington & Points East:• Head West on I-64 West• Take Exit 19B for I-265 North (Gene Snyder Freeway) for approx. 1 mile • Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn Right onto Shelbyville Road heading East• Proceed East 2 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot L on the right

Indiana & Points North:• Head South on I-65 South toward Louisville• Take Exit 137 for I-71 East for 9.5 miles• Take the Exit 9A for I-265 South (Gene Snyder Freeway)• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn left onto Shelbyville Road heading East• Proceed East 2 miles on Shelbyville Road• Follow signage to Entrance of Lot L on the right

Nashville & Points South: • Head North on I-65 North• Take Exit 125A for I-265 East (Gene Snyder Freeway) for 16.5 miles• Take Exit 27 for Shelbyville Road• Turn right onto Shelbyville Road heading East• Proceed East 2 miles on Shelbyville Road • Follow signage to Entrance of Lot L on the right

OMEGA PRECISION EXPERIENCEOMEGA invites you to discover our unique timepieces, rich brand history and ambassadors who express OMEGA’s values. Our newly themed OMEGA Precision Experience is open to all spectators at the 2014 PGA Championship.

SAMSUNG EXPERIENCEEnter an Experience inspired by Samsung technology and our ability to connect golfers with the game they love like never before. Here, fans can discover new possibilities and experience how Samsung products bring them closer to the game of golf. The Experience will feature product demonstrations, including a live broadcast on the new Samsung Curved UHD TVs, behind-the-scenes content with the new PGA Championship Android App and much, much more! Stop by to see how Samsung makes the golf experience better than ever.

PGA PUBLIC PARKINGFREE Public Parking will be available in two locations:

CHURCHILL DOWNS700 Central Avenue, Louisville, KY 40214 Parking is located inside Gate 10, off of Long� eld Avenue

PAPA JOHN’S CARDINAL STADIUM2800 South Floyd Street, Louisville, KY 40209 Parking is located in the Green Lot, off of South Floyd Street

Complimentary air-conditioned motor coaches will be provided from all PGA Public Parking lots to the Main Spectator Entrance.

No hang tag will be required to access the free lots on a daily basis.

There will be no overnight parking the PGA Public Parking lots. Any vehicle left overnight will be towed at the owner’s expense. Please lock your vehicle.

As a PGA of America Patron, Mercedes-Benz will be providingcomplimentary parking for any spectator traveling to the Championship in a Mercedes-Benz. Spectators will be issued a Mercedes-Benz hang tag at the PGA Public Parking Lot entrance and directed to park in the designated Mercedes-Benz Loyalty Lot. Please refer to driving directions located in the On-Site Experiences section of this guide.

Carpooling is highly encouraged.

PUBLIC SHUTTLE HOURSMonday – Wednesday 6:30a.m. – 9:00p.m.

Thursday – Friday 6:30a.m. – 9:00p.m.

Saturday – Sunday 6:30a.m. – 8:00p.m.

There is no PGA-sanctioned public parking near Valhalla Golf Club. Stopping, dropping off, or tailgating on Shelbyville Road and surrounding roadways is not permitted. There will be no walk-in access to any gate surrounding Valhalla Golf Club.

PASSENGER, TAXI OR LIMOUSINE DROP-OFFOf� cial drop-off locations for hotel shuttles, taxis and private vehicles will be provided in a speci� c section of the Public Parking Lots to drop-off and pick up guests. Bus parking will also be available in the PGA Public Parking Lots for groups arriving in vehicles larger than personal-use automobiles (15 passenger vans, motor coaches, etc.). In coordination with the Louisville Metro Police Department and the Kentucky Highway Department, there will be no pick-up or drop-off location at Valhalla Golf Club or on Shelbyville Road.

MOBILITY IMPAIRED PARKINGDesignated parking for wheelchair bound spectators will be provided. Please call The Convention Store at (877) 472-7275 for more information. Wheelchairs will not be available for rent, but spectators may bring wheelchairs with them to the Championship.

Wheelchair accessible viewing areas will be located at the Practice Range tee, behind 16 Green and right of the 18th Green.

BICYCLESBike racks will be available at the PGA Public Parking Lots. All bicycle parking will be complimentary.

Cincinnati & Points North:• Head South on I-71 South• Follow signs for I-65 South• Take Exit 132 for Crittenden Drive• Turn right onto Central Ave• Turn left onto S 4th Street• Turn slight right onto Longfield Avenue• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking.

Downtown Louisville & Points North:• Head South on I-65 South • Take Exit 132 for Crittenden Drive• Turn right onto Central Ave• Turn left onto S 4th Street• Turn slight right onto Longfield Avenue• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

Lexington & Points East:• Head West on 1-64 West• Take Exit 12 for I-264 West (Watterson Expressway)• Take Exit 9 for Taylor Blvd / KY-1865• Keep right at fork and turn right onto Taylor Blvd• Turn right onto Longfield Avenue• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

Nashville & Points South:• Head North on I-65 North• Take Exit 131A for 1-264 West (Watterson Expressway)• Take Exit 9 for Taylor Blvd / KY-1865• Keep right at fork and turn right onto Taylor Blvd• Turn right onto Longfield Avenue• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

St. Louis & Points West:• Head East on I-64 East• Take Exit 1 for I-264 East• Take Exit 9 for Taylor Blvd / KY-1865• Turn left onto Left Taylor Blvd• Turn right onto Longfield Avenue• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

Cincinnati & Points North: • Head South on I-71 South• Follow signs for I-65 South• Take Exit 132 for Crittenden Drive• Turn right onto Central Ave• Take left onto Floyd Street• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

Downtown Louisville & Points North:• Head South on I-65 South • Take Exit 132 for Crittenden Drive• Turn right onto Central Ave• Take left onto Floyd Street• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

Lexington & Points East: • Head West on 1-64 West• Take Exit 12 for I-264 West (Watterson Expressway)• Take Exit 11 for Crittenden Drive• Follow signs for Crittenden Drive N / Fair / Expo Center• Turn right onto Crittenden Drive• Turn left onto Central Avenue• Turn left onto Floyd Street • Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

Nashville & Points South:• Head North on I-65 North• Take Exit 131A for I-264 West (Watterson Expressway)• Follow signs for Crittenden Drive N / Fair / Expo Center• Turn right onto Crittenden Drive• Turn left onto Central Avenue• Turn left onto Floyd Street • Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

St. Louis & Points West: • Head East on I-64 East• Take Exit 1 for I-264 East (Watterson Expressway)• Take Exit 11 for Crittenden Drive• Follow signs for Crittenden Drive N / Fair / Expo Center• Merge onto Crittenden Drive• Turn left onto Central Avenue• Turn left onto Floyd Street• Follow signs for PGA Public Parking

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