sports and game - In a display of championship-caliber golf that will be remembered for years to come, Scottie Scheffler mounted an impressive comeback at Caves Valley to capture the 2025 BMW Championship, marking his ...
fifth PGA Tour victory of the season.
Starting the final round four shots behind Robert MacIntyre, Scheffler showcased his elite skill set by erasing the deficit in just five holes. The defining moment came on the treacherous par-3 17th hole, where Scheffler executed an extraordinary 82-foot chip-in birdie that effectively sealed his victory. He finished with a final round 67 for a two-shot win at 15-under 265.
The victory carries historical significance as Scheffler joins Tiger Woods (2006-07) as the only players to win five or more PGA Tour events in consecutive seasons in the modern era. This achievement underscores Scheffler's dominance and consistency at the highest level of professional golf.
The tournament also had significant implications for the FedEx Cup standings. Scheffler will head to the Tour Championship at East Lake as the points leader, positioning himself for a potential repeat as FedEx Cup champion – a feat never accomplished since the series began in 2007.
MacIntyre, who held the 54-hole lead, struggled in the final round, managing only two birdies in his last 27 holes. His final round 73 highlighted the pressure of competing against the world's top-ranked player in a high-stakes situation.
The drama extended beyond the final pairing, as several players fought for the last spots in the Tour Championship field. Harry Hall secured his position with clutch play down the stretch, while Rickie Fowler's late stumbles cost him a return to East Lake. Akshay Bhatia claimed the final spot despite a challenging back nine.
Scheffler's victory continues a remarkable three-year stretch that has seen him amass 18 career titles since his breakthrough win in Phoenix. His combination of power, precision, and clutch performance has established him as the dominant force in professional golf.
Starting the final round four shots behind Robert MacIntyre, Scheffler showcased his elite skill set by erasing the deficit in just five holes. The defining moment came on the treacherous par-3 17th hole, where Scheffler executed an extraordinary 82-foot chip-in birdie that effectively sealed his victory. He finished with a final round 67 for a two-shot win at 15-under 265.
The victory carries historical significance as Scheffler joins Tiger Woods (2006-07) as the only players to win five or more PGA Tour events in consecutive seasons in the modern era. This achievement underscores Scheffler's dominance and consistency at the highest level of professional golf.
The tournament also had significant implications for the FedEx Cup standings. Scheffler will head to the Tour Championship at East Lake as the points leader, positioning himself for a potential repeat as FedEx Cup champion – a feat never accomplished since the series began in 2007.
MacIntyre, who held the 54-hole lead, struggled in the final round, managing only two birdies in his last 27 holes. His final round 73 highlighted the pressure of competing against the world's top-ranked player in a high-stakes situation.
The drama extended beyond the final pairing, as several players fought for the last spots in the Tour Championship field. Harry Hall secured his position with clutch play down the stretch, while Rickie Fowler's late stumbles cost him a return to East Lake. Akshay Bhatia claimed the final spot despite a challenging back nine.
Scheffler's victory continues a remarkable three-year stretch that has seen him amass 18 career titles since his breakthrough win in Phoenix. His combination of power, precision, and clutch performance has established him as the dominant force in professional golf.