In a shocking turn of events, PGA officials have handed down a severe punishment to Scottie Scheffler, officially disqualifying him from the Travelers Championship. This unexpected development comes just as the tournament reaches its thrilling final round, with Scheffler in strong contention.
Scottie Scheffler, known for his impressive track record, was a top contender in the Travelers Championship. His close friend Tom Kim currently leads by a single stroke. Sunday’s final round promises intense competition, but will now unfold without Scheffler’s presence. The PGA Tour adjusted tee times, grouping players into threesomes to avoid bad weather expected later in the day, with the leaders scheduled to tee off at 11:15 a.m. ET.
Saturday’s round was eventful, featuring Cameron Young’s historic 59. However, Young’s remarkable performance was soon overshadowed by the impressive play of Scheffler, Kim, and Akshay Bhatia. Young ended the day tied with Kim at 13-under, trailing by five shots as the round concluded. Despite weather delays, the conditions remained favorable, allowing Kim, Scheffler, and Bhatia to each shoot 65 or better in the first three rounds.
Sunday’s competition is set to be fierce, with the winner likely determined by who can avoid mistakes and score the most birdies. Scheffler, who has already secured five victories in 2024—including three Signature Events and the prestigious Masters—was poised to potentially add another win to his impressive season. His disqualification, however, leaves the field open for young talents like Kim and Bhatia, as well as seasoned players like Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, Sungjae Im, and Tony Finau, who are all within striking distance.
Scheffler’s performance had faltered at the U.S. Open, but he quickly regained his form, showcasing his usual dominance starting Thursday at the Travelers. As Championship Sunday progresses, the absence of Scheffler adds a new layer of unpredictability, promising a wild conclusion to the tournament as records could be broken and new champions could emerge.
Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching to see how the disqualification impacts the dynamics of the final round and who will ultimately rise to claim victory in what has already been an eventful and dramatic tournament.
