There have been a few surprise winners too, including Scotland’s own Andrew Oldcorn and Scott Dummond.
13. Rory roars to victory
Rory McIlroy got his hands on the BMW PGA trophy in 2014, holding off fellow Irishman Shane Lowry to win by a shot. It remains McIlroy's sole success in the tournament. Photo: Richard Heathcote
14. Magnificent Molinari
Francesco Molinari is given a champagne shower after his win at the BMW PGA in 2018. It was an annus mirablis for the Italian who went on to win the Open at Carnoustie two months later. Photo: Ross Kinnaird
15. Willett a winner again
Danny Willett experienced something of a slump following his Masters triumph in 2016. But he was in sparkling form at Wentworth last year to win the PGA by three strokes from Spain's Jon Rahm and will defend his title this week. Photo: Glyn Kirk