Scottie Scheffler sits afternoon session in surprise twist at Presidents Cup
U.S. team captain Brandt Snedeker made the surprising decision to bench world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler for the Saturday afternoon foursomes session at the Presidents Cup. The move comes as the U.S. team attempts to overcome a deficit, with Snedeker emphasizing the need for the team to support Scheffler after his recent struggles in the format.
Why it matters
Scheffler's benching is a significant tactical decision in a high-profile team golf event, highlighting the pressure and strategic adjustments required in match-play formats.
Information Players in This Article Favorite players to keep them at the top of your leaderboard and get the latest updates. Sign In or Sign Up to save favorites across devices. Favorite S. Scheffler Written by Paul Hodowanic MEDINAH, Ill. – The U.S. Team needs a comeback at the Presidents Cup, and it will attempt to do so without Scottie Scheffler in Saturday afternoon Foursomes.
Scheffler was not one of the eight Americans Captain Brandt Snedeker selected for the second Foursomes session, a surprise twist in an already eventful morning. Scheffler is notably 1-8-0 in the format, a puzzling record for the world’s No. 1 golfer.
“Scottie’s got the weight of the world on his shoulders carrying Team U.S.A.,” Snedeker said. “I think it’s time for us to carry him for a session.”
The U.S. trailed 8.5-5.5 through three sessions, cutting the deficit by one point in the morning Four-ball.
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