Scheffler says he played BMW Championship with hand, foot and mouth disease
Professional golfer Scottie Scheffler revealed he competed in the BMW Championship while suffering from hand, foot, and mouth disease. Despite the physical pain and blisters, he chose to finish the tournament rather than withdraw.
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The story highlights the physical demands of professional sports and the competitive mindset of top-tier athletes.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Scottie Scheffler wrapped a most ordinary performance by his standards with his 13th bogey of the week in the BMW Championship. Turns out it was a most extraordinary week given his health. “I’m sick,” Scheffler said while turning down an interview request Thursday. After he closed with a 2-under 68 on Sunday, Scheffler offered a few more details. He said he was dealing with hand, foot and mouth disease that causes blisters. “So to start the week it was pretty painful to grip the club,” he said. “If I was smarter maybe I would have pulled out, but I was playing so good I felt like if I could knock it out quickly and just get through the first couple rounds I would still have a chance.” Scheffler was coming off an eight-shot victory in the FedEx St.
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