 It marked the second time the PGA Championship returned to a venue; public Keller had also hosted in 1932; Oakmont near Pittsburgh hosted in 1922 and 1951.It was the third and last final for the two finalists, both from the Detroit area; each had one victory and two losses.Harbert lost in 1947 and 1952, while Burkemo lost in 1951 and won in 1953.