 Dutra was also the medalist in the 36-hole stroke play qualifier on 

Defending champion Tom Creavy lost in the semifinals to Walsh in 38 holes.Two-time champion Gene Sarazen opted to participate in sectional qualifying, but did not advance; he returned the following year and won a third 

Keller Golf Course, a municipal facility owned and operated by Ramsey County, hosted the PGA Championship again in 1954.The match play format at the PGA Championship in 1932 called for 12 rounds (216 holes) in six days