A Tiger-Like Moment at Caves Valley
Scottie Scheffler cemented his dominance on the PGA Tour with a dramatic victory at the BMW Championship, drawing comparisons to Tiger Woods. His defining moment came at the par-3 17th, where he chipped in an 82-foot birdie from the rough — a shot that sealed his fifth win of the season and electrified the crowd. Scheffler closed with a 3-under 67 for a two-shot victory, becoming the first player since Woods in 2006–07 to win at least five times in consecutive years.
MacIntyre’s Collapse and Scheffler’s Comeback
The win capped a comeback from four shots behind Robert MacIntyre, who entered the final round with a commanding lead. Scheffler erased the deficit in just five holes, but his missed birdie chances kept MacIntyre in contention. The Scotsman pulled within one stroke heading into the 17th, only to see Scheffler deliver a knockout chip-in and then finish strong with a flawless tee shot on 18. MacIntyre closed with a 73, settling for a runner-up finish that left him frustrated despite moving into the world’s top 10.
Key Shots That Defined the Win
While the 17th-hole chip drew the loudest cheer, Scheffler pointed to his bunker shot on the 15th as equally decisive. After a three-putt cut his lead to one, he responded with an 8-iron to six feet and converted the birdie. Moments later, MacIntyre missed his own short putt, creating a pivotal two-shot swing. Scheffler finished the tournament at 15-under 265, adding to his growing resume of clutch performances.
Looking Ahead to the Tour Championship
Scheffler now leads the 30-player field advancing to the Tour Championship at East Lake, where he aims to become the first repeat FedEx Cup champion since the series began in 2007. With 18 career titles amassed in just over three years, Scheffler’s rise continues to echo Woods’ early dominance. All eyes will now be on Atlanta as he pursues another historic milestone in his career.