Scottie Scheffler solidified his position as one of golf’s dominant forces, claiming the FedEx Cup Championship and capping off a remarkable year that included eight victories, including the Masters and the Olympic gold medal. Scheffler’s dominance was evident throughout the season, showcasing a consistency and skill level rarely seen in the sport.
Scottie Scheffler is on the cusp of his first FedEx Cup title, holding a commanding five-stroke lead over Collin Morikawa heading into the final round of the Tour Championship. Scheffler, who has finished runner-up in the FedEx Cup standings the past two years, is poised for a historic season, aiming to become the first player since Tiger Woods in 2007 to win seven times in a single season.
Indian Americans Sahith Theegala and Akshay Bhatia, along with Indo-British Aaron Rai, have secured their spots in the season-ending Tour Championship. Theegala and Bhatia finished tied 48th and 45th respectively at the BMW Championships, while Rai finished tied 43rd. The trio will join a field of top golfers competing for the FedEx Cup title at the East Lake Golf Course in Atlanta.
Xander Schauffele, the world’s No. 2 golfer, is looking to rebound from a disappointing Olympic performance in Paris. He experienced a four-hole meltdown on the final day, which led to a bronze medal finish. Now, he’s focused on the FedEx Cup playoffs and is determined to regain his form and prove himself as the best player in the world.
