Scottie Scheffler shares injury update after wincing in pain at BMW Championship
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked golfer, recently reassured his fans about his health despite a concerning moment during the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club. The 28-year-old player was visibly in discomfort after a shot on the 17th hole, grabbing his lower back and wincing in pain. This incident naturally raised alarms among golf enthusiasts, given the history of lower back issues affecting high-profile players like Tiger Woods.
During his round, Scheffler was seen grimacing after hitting a shot with a 5-iron off the fairway on the par-5 17th hole. This reaction was reminiscent of Woods’ frequent back issues, which had significant consequences for his career. Observers feared that Scheffler might be facing similar problems. However, the golfer quickly addressed these concerns, offering an update on his condition and minimizing the situation’s seriousness.
Scheffler explained that the discomfort was more pronounced than usual but not alarming. “Yeah, it’s fine,” Scheffler said after his round. “I woke up just a little sore this morning. I had trouble loosening it up. With it being a little bit tight, it was hard for me to get through it, and I was laboring most of the day to get through the ball.”
The golfer detailed that the issue arose when he attempted a high draw shot on the 17th, a stroke requiring significant movement and rotation. “On 17, I was trying to hit a high draw, and that’s a shot where I’ve really got to use a big turn, big motion,” he elaborated. “I just felt it a little bit. But other than that, all good.” Scheffler emphasized that the pain was not severe enough to affect his overall play significantly.
Scheffler assured fans that his recovery process would follow his regular routine. He planned to treat his back with ice and other standard remedies. “Maybe I hit a few too many balls yesterday or something,” he reflected. “It was just a little sore. I’m sure I’ll get some ice on it and stuff. I’ll be totally fine [on Friday].”
Despite the discomfort, Scheffler managed to finish his round with a score of 1-under 69, which left him five shots behind the leader, Keegan Bradley. Bradley, who is also the 2025 Team USA Ryder Cup captain, was impressive with a six-under round, holding a two-shot lead over competitors such as Im Sung-Jae, Adam Scott, and others. Scheffler’s round included a missed birdie putt on the 18th hole, which added to his frustration as he had not capitalized on the par-5 17th hole—a hole considered one of the easiest on the course.
As Scheffler prepares for his second round on Friday, August 23, he remains hopeful of overcoming the challenges and building on an already historic season. In 2024, he made headlines by becoming the first golfer to secure six PGA Tour wins in a single year before July since Arnold Palmer. He also added an Olympic gold medal to his achievements in Paris.
Scheffler’s performance this season has been remarkable, and if he manages to clinch the BMW Championship, he would join an elite group of golfers. Only Vijay Singh and Tiger Woods have won seven or more tournaments in a single PGA Tour season in the modern era. As Scheffler continues his quest for excellence, fans will be watching closely to see how he handles both his back issue and the competitive pressures of the tournament.
