TLDR:
Scottie Scheffler was arrested but still managed to play well at the PGA Championship. Other golfers shared their thoughts on the incident.
Key Elements:
- Scottie Scheffler was arrested before the PGA Championship but managed to play and shoot a 5-under 66.
- Other golfers, such as Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele, Harris English, Min Woo Lee, and Mark Hubbard, shared their reactions to Scheffler’s arrest.
Scottie Scheffler was arrested by Louisville Metropolitan Police early Friday morning and faces four charges after a misunderstanding while trying to enter Valhalla Golf Club, the host of this week’s 106th playing of the PGA of America’s flagship event. Scheffler was booked at 7:28 a.m. ET, released at 8:40 a.m. ET and finally made it to the course less than an hour before his tee time and still managed to shoot a 5-under 66 to walk off the course at 9 under, T-3 on the leaderboard, at the PGA Championship.
Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele, Harris English, Min Woo Lee, and Mark Hubbard all shared their thoughts on the incident, expressing shock and concern for Scheffler’s well-being. Despite the distraction, Scheffler’s impressive performance on the course showcased his resilience and focus.