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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Scottie Scheffler Tweaks Tour Schedule with Major Ramifications
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. Scottie Scheffler is in full grind mode after his injury comeback. Fresh off his PGA Championship victory, where he secured his third major title, Scheffler wasted no time keeping the momentum alive. Just weeks later, he defended his Memorial Tournament title, becoming the first player since Tiger Woods to win back-to-back at Muirfield Village. His Memorial triumph further cemented his dominance, marking his 16th career PGA Tour win and a permanent lock to his Ryder Cup spot. MONTREAL, QUEBEC - SEPTEMBER 25: Scottie Scheffler of the U.S. Team gestures during a practice round prior to the 2024 Presidents Cup at The Royal Montreal Golf Club on September 25, 2024 in Montreal, Quebec,... MONTREAL, QUEBEC - SEPTEMBER 25: Scottie Scheffler of the U.S. Team gestures during a practice round prior to the 2024 Presidents Cup at The Royal Montreal Golf Club on September 25, 2024 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. (Photo by) More Getty Images Now, with the U.S. Open just days away, the World No. 1 is preparing himself for one of the toughest tests in golf. Oakmont's 7,372-yard, par-70 layout. After the 3rd major at Oakmont ends, the World No. 1 has confirmed his play at the Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club. Scheduled to take place from July 10-13, the Scottish Open will occur just before he heads to Royal Portrush for The Open Championship. "It's an event and a course I enjoy playing given we only get to play links golf a couple of times a year," Scheffler said after tweaking his schedule. He is not alone. Several elite players in the world rankings use the tournament as major prep. CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 16: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland, left, shakes hands with Xander Schauffele of the United States on the 18th hole green after finishing the second round of the PGA Championship... CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 16: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland, left, shakes hands with Xander Schauffele of the United States on the 18th hole green after finishing the second round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 16, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. More Photo byRory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas, Sepp Straka, Ludvig Åberg, Justin Rose, and Matthew Fitzpatrick will all be playing as well. Not only this, but defending champion Robert MacIntyre will also return, looking to repeat his dramatic victory from last year, where he picked up four strokes in his final five holes to edge out former Masters champion Adam Scott. MacIntyre's 2024 win was a career-defining moment, as he rolled in a 22-foot birdie putt on the 18th to seal the victory. "This was the one I wanted, and it was the one I got. I can't believe it's happened," MacIntyre said after his emotional win. Scottie Scheffler is currently the favorite golfer going forward to the US Open, and his strategic tweak to fine-tune his game is another great move toward major success. More Golf: Tiger Woods' Son, Charlie, Back in Full Force After AJGA Victory
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Keegan Bradley Offers Strong Opinion on First Ryder Cup Lock
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. Back in April, Scottie Scheffler made a surprising decision. Fresh off his dominant win at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, where he tied a PGA Tour record with a jaw-dropping 253, the World No. 1 had the opportunity to join his Ryder Cup teammates for an exclusive Team USA dinner. But instead, he chose family over formality, skipping the event, which also had Bryson Dechambeau and Brooks Koepka. But did it affect his impression of Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley? CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 13: Keegan Bradley of the United States speaks to the media prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 13, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo... CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 13: Keegan Bradley of the United States speaks to the media prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 13, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by) More Getty Images Not a chance! Instead, Scheffler's unmatched consistency this season has made him the first official lock for Team USA at Bethpage Black this November. On Wednesday, Keegan Bradley made no secret of his enthusiasm. "Scottie is the ultimate team player, and I have no doubt that he will be ready and motivated come September," Bradley stated. "I could not be more excited to have him as a member of the U.S. Team." "Scottie is the ultimate team player and I have no doubt that he will be ready and motivated come September. I could not be more excited to have him as a member of the U.S. Team." - @Keegan_Bradley — Ryder Cup USA (@RyderCupUSA) June 4, 2025 And why not? His PGA Tour resume the last couple of years is becoming legendary. He didn't just win at Muirfield Village—he became the second player ever to defend his title there, a feat only Tiger Woods (1999-2001) had previously accomplished. At the PGA Championship, Scheffler stormed through Quail Hollow, putting together four clinical rounds, closing with an even-par 71 to win by five strokes. His ball-striking numbers this season? Ranks No. 1 in SG: Approach, No. 1 in SG: Tee-to-Green, and Top 3 in SG: Total. If that was not enough, Scheffler's Ryder Cup history speaks for itself His debut came at Whistling Straits in 2021, where the U.S. routed Europe 19-9. Now, as a three-time Ryder Cup player, the stage is set for him to take on Bethpage Black's fierce test. "Representing the United States at the Ryder Cup has been one of the greatest honors of my career, and I look forward to doing so for a third time this September," Scheffler said upon officially locking his spot. Scottie Scheffler walks off the 18th green after finishing his round during the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. Scottie Scheffler walks off the 18th green after finishing his round during the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio./And this time, he's hunting redemption. After Team USA's defeat in Rome in 2023, the stakes are higher than ever. "I will do whatever it takes to help our team reclaim the Cup and cannot wait to play in front of the passionate New York spectators at Bethpage Black," Scheffler added. Who will join Scottie Scheffler next? While Scheffler's seat is secured, the remaining five automatic spots are far from settled. Current rankings show Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau, Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, and Russell Henley as the frontrunners. But with Ben Griffin climbing seven places, sitting just 1,334 points behind Henley, the fight for a Ryder Cup spot is intensifying. Bradley will also announce six Captain's Picks in August, meaning Ryder Cup hopefuls still have time to make a case for themselves. For now, Scheffler stands alone as the first lock—but the race to join him is far from over. More Golf: Jack Nicklaus Shades PGA Tour Stars Amid Scottie Scheffler's Win
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Scottie Scheffler Gets Ryder Cup Dinner 'Excused Absence'
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. It is no new news that Scottie Scheffler is a family man. The World No. 1 has always been there when there was a family call. Be it his wife, Meredith, or his young son, Bennett. In 2024 Scheffler was even ready to withdraw from the 2024 Masters if Meredith went into labor. This attitude of his was spotted again on Tuesday and even raised eyebrows. MONTREAL, QUEBEC - SEPTEMBER 26: Keegan Bradley and Scottie Scheffler of the U.S. Team speak to the media following Thursday's Four-ball matches on day one of the 2024 Presidents Cup at The Royal Montreal Golf... MONTREAL, QUEBEC - SEPTEMBER 26: Keegan Bradley and Scottie Scheffler of the U.S. Team speak to the media following Thursday's Four-ball matches on day one of the 2024 Presidents Cup at The Royal Montreal Golf Club on September 26, 2024 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. (Photo by) More Getty Images Recently, Scheffler broke through, winning the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, a victory that came close to home just days before his scheduled visit to Quail Hollow. However, instead of deciding to go ahead with the momentum, the 2-time Masters winner made a surprising decision. Scheffler opted to stay back in Texas to spend more time with his family rather than compete in the $20M event in Philadelphia. For Scheffler, golf is his profession, but family is his foundation. While fans had come to terms with his absence from the Truist Championship, another unexpected move followed. Team USA captain Keegan Bradley hosted a Ryder Cup team dinner at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, bringing together top American golfers to foster unity ahead of the prestigious tournament. Yet, one notable name was missing from the guest list—Scottie Scheffler. Golf Channel reporter Todd Lewis, speaking with in-studio hosts Damon Hack and Eamon Lynch, revealed that Scheffler would not be in attendance. "I talked to Keegan Bradley about the absence of Scottie Scheffler, and he said, 'I talked to Scottie about this,' and he (Bradley) completely understands that he (Scheffler) wants to spend some time with his family prior to traveling to Charlotte to compete in the PGA Championship. So he has an 'excused absenc'e." Bradley had emphasized the importance of the dinner in strengthening team camaraderie ahead of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage. "Keegan is very excited about this evening and kind of bringing unity to this team as they get ready to try to win it at Bethpage," Lewis noted. Ryder Cup Dinner had LIV golfers on guest list Apart from Scottie Scheffler's absence from the Ryder Cup dinner, another happening that stunned fans was the presence of LIV golfers Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka. They are two of the biggest names and faces of the PGA Tour rival circuit, LIV Golf. Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau attend the launch The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Presented by EGA at Masdar City - a unique 'city of the future' in the United Arab Emirates on January 14, 2020... Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau attend the launch The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Presented by EGA at Masdar City - a unique 'city of the future' in the United Arab Emirates on January 14, 2020 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. MoreComing from competing at LIV Golf Korea recently, DeChambeau and Koepka made efforts to attend the dinner, while Scheffler, who was only about 1,483 miles away, chose to remain in Texas. According to an insider, the invite list for the dinner stated that it included "the current top 20 in the Ryder Cup USA standings," as well as "members of the 2023 U.S. Ryder Cup Team and the 2024 U.S. Presidents Cup team." More Golf: John Daly Earns a PGA Tour Champions Retirement Message from Golf Legend
CNA
29-04-2025
- Sport
- CNA
Snedeker and Ogilvy named captains for 2026 Presidents Cup
Brandt Snedeker and Australia's Geoff Ogilvy have been named as captains of the U.S. and International Teams, respectively, on Tuesday for the 2026 edition of the Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club outside Chicago. Snedeker, a nine-times winner on the PGA Tour who was the U.S.-based circuit's 2007 rookie of the year, was a captain's assistant at last year's Presidents Cup and will serve as one of Keegan Bradley's vice captains for the 2025 Ryder Cup. The 44-year-old American represented the U.S. Team in the 2013 Presidents Cup, where he compiled a 2-3-0 record, and played in the 2012 and 2016 Ryder Cups. "I'm looking forward to leading our guys into Medinah for what will certainly be an amazing week of golf," said Snedeker. "Representing my country in team competition has been a highlight of my PGA Tour career, and I will lean on those experiences to ensure we are prepared and ready to compete against what I know will be a unified and determined International Team." Ogilvy, who counts the 2006 U.S. Open among his eight wins on the PGA Tour, takes over at the helm of the International Team after serving as a captain's assistant in the last four iterations of the Presidents Cup. The 47-year-old Australian played on three consecutive International Teams (2007, 2009, 2011), where he amassed a 7-6-1 record. "Since Ernie Els debuted the shield in 2019, the International Team's spirit has intensified and grown as we have rallied around this symbol which embodies our shared ambition and unifies both players and fans," said Ogilvy. "I intend to carry that momentum forward, just as the captains before me have, to build strong support for our international players in the lead up and throughout the event." The 2026 Presidents Cup will be held September 24-27, 2026 on Medinah Country Club's Course #3, site of the 2012 Ryder Cup where Europe overcame a four-point deficit on the final day to retain the Cup in what is known as the "Miracle at Medinah". The United States prevailed in Montreal last September for a 10th consecutive Presidents Cup triumph, improving to 13-1-1 in the biennial match play event against a line-up of international players from outside Europe.
USA Today
29-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Brandt Snedeker (USA) and Geoff Ogilvy (International) named 2026 Presidents Cup captains
Brandt Snedeker (USA) and Geoff Ogilvy (International) named 2026 Presidents Cup captains The Presidents Cup made it official on Tuesday: Brandt Snedeker and Geoff Ogilvy have been named Captains for the U.S. and International Teams, respectively, for the 2026 event. The 16th Presidents Cup will be contested at Medinah Country Club's Course No. 3, Sept. 22-27, 2026. 'It's a tremendous honor to be named U.S. Team Captain for the 2026 Presidents Cup by my peers, and I'm looking forward to leading our guys into Medinah for what will certainly be an amazing week of golf,' said Snedeker in a release. 'Representing my country in team competition has been a highlight of my PGA Tour career, and I will lean on those experiences to ensure we are prepared and ready to compete against what I know will be a unified and determined International Team.' Snedeker, 44, represented the U.S. Team in the 2013 Presidents Cup at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio, compiling a 2-3-0 record. The Tennessee native also played for the United States in the 2012 and 2016 Ryder Cups, where he amassed a 4-2-0 record. Snedeker, who was a captain's assistant in the 2024 Presidents Cup, is slated to serve as a vice captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup. 'Brandt Snedeker is among the game's most respected players and one who has garnered the utmost admiration from his peers throughout his 21-year career, which was most recently recognized as he received the 2024 Payne Stewart Award for his outstanding character and sportsmanship,' said PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan. 'Brandt is a proven leader on and off the golf course, from his years representing the United States in team competition to building a family foundation benefitting children in his home state of Tennessee. I know he will be a tremendous captain and asset for the U.S. Team in 2026.' Snedeker owns nine career wins on the PGA Tour, including the 2012 Tour Championship, where he also won the FedEx Cup. The former Vanderbilt University standout is one of 14 players in PGA Tour history to card a sub-60 round, doing so at the 2018 Wyndham Championship, where a first-round 59 helped him collect his latest victory. Snedeker has battled injuries in recent years and enters the week ranked No. 154 in the FedEx Cup with one top-10 finish this season. Ogilvy, 47, played on three consecutive International Teams (2007, 2009, 2011), where he amassed a 7-6-1 record. He also served as a captain's assistant in the last four iterations of the event. The Australian owns eight career PGA Tour victories, including the 2006 U.S. Open, in addition to winning two of Australia's biggest titles – the 2008 Australian PGA and 2010 Australian Open. 'The Presidents Cup has been a significant part of my career. I am honored to now take on the role of Captain of the International Team for the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club's Course No. 3, a place that means a great deal to me,' said Ogilvy. 'Since Ernie Els debuted the shield in 2019, the International Team's spirit has intensified and grown as we have rallied around this symbol which embodies our shared ambition and unifies both players and fans. I intend to carry that momentum forward, just as the captains before me have, to build strong support for our international players in the lead up and throughout the event.' Ogilvy's golf course design firm, OCM, oversaw the renovation of Course No. 3 – a two-year project that delivered a much larger scale to match the topography of the property. The course, now punctuated by larger greens, scale bunkering and wider fairways, along with a new routing, re-opened to play in the summer of 2024. 'Geoff Ogilvy is the perfect captain to lead the International Team into Chicago in 2026, drawing on both his great history with the Presidents Cup and a vast knowledge of Medinah,' said Monahan. 'Geoff will capitalize on the upward trend of the International Team, where we have seen a passionate level of support from players and fans over the years. With his pedigree as a major champion and experience in the team room, Geoff was primed to take on this role for the 16thedition of the event.'
