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Mint
2 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Scottie Scheffler teams up with new caddie at 2025 BMW Championship; all you need to know
Scottie Scheffler, the World No. 1 golfer, is navigating the 2025 BMW Championship at Caves Valley Golf Club in Maryland with a new caddie by his side. His regular caddie, Ted Scott, is absent due to a personal family matter, prompting Scheffler to enlist Michael Cromie as his fill-in caddie for the tournament. This change comes as Scheffler aims to maintain his dominant form in the FedEx Cup Playoffs, where he currently leads the standings. Michael Cromie is an experienced PGA Tour caddie who typically works with professional golfer Chris Kirk. Cromie has been Kirk's caddie since 2020, contributing to Kirk's victories at the 2023 Honda Classic and The Sentry in 2024. Beyond his caddying expertise, Cromie has a strong golfing background himself. He played collegiate golf at the University of Georgia, where he earned All-American honours and won the prestigious 2014 North & South Amateur at Pinehurst. His knowledge of the game and familiarity with the PGA Tour make him a reliable choice for Scheffler. Ted Scott, Scottie Scheffler's longtime caddie, has been a key part of all 17 of Scheffler's PGA Tour victories since their partnership began in late 2021. However, Scott had to leave abruptly after the third round of the FedEx St Jude Championship to attend to a private family matter in Louisiana. Scheffler has been supportive, stating, 'Ted is where he needs to be right now, and I think caddying is probably the last thing on his mind, as it should be.' While Scott's return timeline remains uncertain, Scheffler noted that the family is in 'good spirits,' but he refrained from sharing further details. Scheffler and Cromie are adapting to each other's routines, with Scheffler noting that much of the adjustment involves 'little stuff' like how he prefers yardages delivered or what 'hitting a hold shot' means. He appreciated Cromie's work ethic, saying, 'Mike's a great guy. He works really hard. He does a good job and we're both learning a new golf course this week, so it's been fun.' Despite the caddie change, Scottie Scheffler remains a formidable contender in the BMW Championship. With four wins this season, including two majors, and a streak of 12 consecutive top-8 finishes, Scheffler is the favourite to win the FedEx Cup. Cromie's experience should help Scheffler maintain his focus as he pursues a fifth victory of the season and a historic back-to-back FedEx Cup title.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Scottie Scheffler's Caddie Won't Be Back for BMW Championship
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Everything seems to indicate that the personal matters that led Scottie Scheffler's caddie, Ted Scott, to suddenly leave for home last weekend have taken longer than initially will not be back for the BMW Championship, and Scheffler will have a new bagman carrying his bag. The news was posted on the official PGA Tour website. Not only was Scott's absence announced, but the World No. 1 will have Mike Cromie, a seasoned caddie who regularly works with Chris Kirk. Cromie was released after the FedEx St. Jude Championship because Kirk just missed qualifying for the BMW Championship. He ended ranked 51st in the FedEx Cup standings, ending his regular season after finishing tied for ninth in Memphis. Kirk and Cromie have been working together since 2020, during which time the player has won two tournaments, the 2023 Honda Classic and The Sentry in 2024. Cromie is also a good player, and even played college golf for the University of Georgia. 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 MoreScott was with Scheffler in Memphis for the first three rounds, but had to travel home suddenly due to a personal matter. The world No. 1 had to call on his friend Brad Payne, who is also the PGA Tour chaplain, to help him during the final round. There is no information yet on how long Scott will be away. Nor is there any information on whether Cromie will remain his backup should he also need to miss the TOUR Championship. Scott is one of the most respected caddies on the PGA Tour. He has been at Scheffler's side for each of his 17 victories on tour, including four major championships, and he previously helped Bubba Watson win two green jackets. Scheffler has a commanding lead in the FedEx Cup standings and is the overwhelming favorite to win the BMW Championship. The Ridgewood, New Jersey, native has finished in the top 10 in 14 of his 17 tournaments this season, including four wins. Twelve of those top 10 finishes have come consecutively, a streak he'll look to maintain this week in Maryland. More Golf: Bryson DeChambeau Opens Up About Plans for President's Sports Council
