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Scottie Scheffler Talks Rory McIlroy's Personal Jab at Bryson DeChambeau

Scottie Scheffler Talks Rory McIlroy's Personal Jab at Bryson DeChambeau

Summary

At the recent Open Championship, Bryson DeChambeau was penalized two strokes for improving his ball’s lie, leading to a dispute with officials. Rory McIlroy criticized DeChambeau personally, while Scottie Scheffler said rivalries in golf are different because golfers mainly compete against the course, not each other.

Key Facts

  • Bryson DeChambeau received a two-stroke penalty at the Open Championship for improving his lie on the fifth hole.
  • DeChambeau argued with tournament officials after the penalty was given.
  • Rory McIlroy said he is not fond of DeChambeau and suggested some of DeChambeau’s behavior is for attention.
  • Scottie Scheffler explained that golf rivalries are less personal than in other sports because players compete mostly against the course.
  • Scheffler said he is not a fan of personal jabs between players in golf.
  • Scheffler is the world’s No. 1 golfer and was preparing to play in the 3M Open.
  • Scheffler’s opening round tee time at the 3M Open was 8:29 a.m. ET.
  • He planned to play alongside Hideki Matsuyama and Sungjae Im.
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