Scottie Scheffler Rocking 'Jail Cell Orange' at PGA Championship
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On Thursday morning, the second major of this season, the PGA Championship, kicked off at Quail Hollow. The biggest names in golf are setting their sights on the 28-inch-tall Wanamaker Trophy.
Among them is World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, whose return to this tournament carries a distinct and unforgettable edge, thanks to his shocking arrest last year.
Interestingly, this year too, Scheffler wasted no time making headlines.
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 14: Scottie Scheffler of the United States looks on while playing the 16th hole prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 14, 2025 in Charlotte,...
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 14: Scottie Scheffler of the United States looks on while playing the 16th hole prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 14, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by) More
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On the eve of the tournament, the Ridgewood, NJ native showed up to his final practice round for the PGA Championship dressed in "jail cell orange," openly trolling any haters and fans alike.
Last year, Scheffler found himself behind bars a couple of hours before he was set to take the course. The 14-time PGA Tour winner was arrested and charged with assaulting a police officer, along with four other offenses.
It was a moment that shocked the golf world.
However, as Scheffler later described it, the incident was nothing more than a "big misunderstanding."
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 14: Scottie Scheffler of the United States watches a chip shot on the 12th hole prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 14, 2025 in...
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 14: Scottie Scheffler of the United States watches a chip shot on the 12th hole prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 14, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) More
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Just two weeks after his release, all charges were dropped, but the story had already cemented itself as one of the biggest headlines even today.
Surprisingly, known for his cool attitude, the 2-time Masters winner was also reported stretching inside the jail.
"I did spend some time stretching in a jail cell. That was a first for me," Scheffler joked after his round on the day of his arrest.
Instead of shying away, Scheffler embraced the incident, making a bold, hilarious choice that gained fans' attention.
Golf.com's Claire Rogers made sure to draw the comparison of attire.
Scottie Scheffler has worn burnt orange twice in the last year.
First was a year ago this week at the Louisville Police Department. The second time is today. He's got to be messing with us pic.twitter.com/mKEzY8zvUk — claire rogers (@kclairerogers) May 14, 2025
Fans immediately reacted to the color choice.
"I love it," commented a social media user alongside a laughing emoji. While others echoed her sentiment, saying, "He is gonna win by a million."
Scottie has yet to comment on his bold wardrobe choice, but one fan supporter posted, "I really hope this was intentional."
To be fair, the burnt orange also happens to be the color of his Alma Mater, the Texas Longhorns.
The World No. 1 is now set to tee off at the PGA Championship at 5:22 a.m. ET. He has been paired with Rory McIlroy and defending champion Xander Schauffele.
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