‘HOW is that possible?’ Scottie Scheffler explodes after wedge shot fools him

During the second round of the BMW Championship, held at the Castle Pines Golf Club in Colorado, Scottie Scheffler had a moment of uncharacteristic frustration that reminded fans that even the best golfers can experience a lapse in composure. Scheffler, who has been known for his calm demeanor on the course, displayed an outburst that highlighted the emotional intensity behind the sport.

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On Friday, Scheffler began his round with a solid performance, shooting a 35 on the front nine, which put him one under par for the day. This set him up well for the remainder of his round. However, his game took a turn on the par-4 10th hole, a challenging 367-yard hole that required both distance and precision. Scheffler’s drive found the right rough, leaving him a daunting 187 yards to the hole, with a significant water hazard in front.

 

The task was complicated by the need to clear the water, and Scheffler’s attempt to execute a clean shot fell short. His ball ended up in the water, necessitating a drop and a penalty. Understandably frustrated by the loss of a ball to the water hazard, Scheffler was already under pressure as he prepared for his fourth shot from the drop area, which was about 100 yards from the hole.

 

This was when Scheffler’s frustration boiled over. His fourth shot with a wedge ended up left of the green, not as close to the pin as he had hoped. The incident was captured on video, revealing Scheffler’s exasperation. He was heard questioning the situation aloud, “Is that not an upslope?” He directed his ire towards his caddie, Ted Scott, who quietly picked up the bag and walked away without offering a response. Scheffler’s agitation intensified as he repeated, “Seriously? How is that possible?”

 

In moments of professional golf when a player is dissatisfied with a shot, expressions of frustration are not unusual. However, Scheffler’s reaction escalated quickly. His frustration reached a peak as he shouted, “How? HOW?!” and continued to question, “How is that possible? How is that possible?” The outburst was particularly striking given Scheffler’s reputation for maintaining a composed and steady demeanor on the course.

 

Despite the frustration, Scheffler managed to salvage his situation on the subsequent shot. He putted from pin-high, approximately 23 feet from the hole. While he gave the putt a good effort, it did not fall, and he ended up with a tap-in double-bogey. This double-bogey was his worst score of the day, adding to his evident frustration.

 

Scheffler concluded the second round with a score of even-par 72. This performance left him tied for 29th place and one under par for the tournament, trailing significantly behind the leader, Adam Scott, who was 12 shots ahead. Despite this setback, Scheffler remains in a strong position for the season, as he is projected to maintain his top spot in the world rankings heading into the final event of the Tour Championship at East Lake.

 

In summary, Scottie Scheffler’s outburst during the BMW Championship provided a rare glimpse into the emotional side of professional golf. While his reaction was atypical for the normally unflappable Scheffler, it underscored the intense pressure and high stakes that come with competing at the highest levels of the sport.