PGA Championship Winner Throws Scottie Scheffler Under the Bus
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It appears that tempers are running high in the golf world over the issue of the PGA Championship's non-application of the 'preferred lies' rule. In response to recent criticism, a former champion of the event responded in a rather heated manner.
The X account of the popular media outlet Fried Egg Golf reported that Lanny Wadkins, winner of the 1977 PGA Championship, sent a message on the subject to Golf Channel renowned announcer Rich Lerner. Lerner read the message during the broadcast, surprising more than one viewer:
"Show some damn talent," the message reads, "drive the ball lower where it won't pick up mud and it skids, we did that many times."
Rich Lerner just read a text from 1977 PGA champion Lanny Wadkins:
"Show some damn talent, drive the ball lower where it won't pick up mud and it skids, we did that many times." — Fried Egg Golf (@fried_egg_golf) May 16, 2025
Although the message does not specifically mention any names, it is hard not to associate it with World No. 1, Scottie Scheffler, who criticized the decision, stating that playing without enforcing the preferred lies rule cost him several strokes in the first round.
"When I look at golf tournaments, I want the purest, fairest test of golf, and in my opinion maybe the ball today should have been played up. You shouldn't be punished for hitting it in the fairway," Scheffler said after the first round.
One can understand the shock that Wadkins' words caused among fans, considering Scheffler is arguably the best player professional golf has seen since Tiger Woods was in his prime.
His ball-striking skills are among the PGA Tour's all-time records.
Scottie Scheffler of the United States swaps clubs with his caddie Ted Scott on the eighth hole during the first round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 15, 2025 in...
Scottie Scheffler of the United States swaps clubs with his caddie Ted Scott on the eighth hole during the first round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 15, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina MoreNumerous fans noted in various social media posts that golf courses in general, and Quail Hollow in particular, are noticeably longer today than they were when Wadkins played. This fact causes players to avoid playing short if they want to stay in contention.
Lanny Wadkins won 21 PGA Tour events between 1972 and 1992, including the aforementioned 1977 PGA Championship. He also had 17 top-10 finishes in major championships, including four runner-up finishes.
Scottie Scheffler had a rollercoaster first round at Quail Hollow, carding an eagle, four birdies, two bogeys and a double bogey for a 2-under 69. He is one of the heavy favorites to win the title, and will start the second round at 1:47 pm Eastern Time, grouped with Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele.
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