World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler delivered an impressive performance in the second round of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club, firing a 5-under 66 to put himself two shots back of the lead at 9 under par. However, the remarkable part of his round was that he warmed up for it in a rather unusual way – in a jail cell. Scheffler’s eventful day began with a dark, rainy drive to Valhalla at around 6 a.m. local time. Upon arrival, he encountered a chaotic traffic situation blocking the golf course parking lot, as a PGA vendor had been fatally struck by a shuttle bus in the area an hour earlier.
According to ESPN’s Jeff Darlington, who witnessed the scene, Scheffler attempted to circumvent the traffic to reach the parking lot when a police officer stepped in front of his vehicle. The officer attached himself to Scheffler’s car as the golfer drove another 10-20 yards. He then stopped the car and exited the vehicle, at which point he was placed in handcuffs, arrested, and detained in the back of a police cruiser. Despite this unusual start to his day, Scheffler managed to maintain his composure and deliver an outstanding performance on the golf course, showcasing his exceptional skills and mental fortitude as the world’s top-ranked player.
Scottie Scheffler's mugshot from Louisville Metropolitan Department of Corrections. pic.twitter.com/bcJn54Nu5x
— Golf Digest (@GolfDigest) May 17, 2024
The bizarre events surrounding Scottie Scheffler’s morning took an even more surreal turn when he found himself posing for a mugshot and being fingerprinted at a Louisville, Kentucky, police station. The world No. 1 golfer now faces several charges, including second-degree assault of a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding traffic signals from an officer directing traffic. Scheffler’s attorney, Steven Romines, has stated that the golfer “did not do anything wrong” and will be pleading not guilty to the charges. Despite the legal troubles and the chaos of the morning, Scheffler remained focused on his upcoming tee time at the PGA Championship.
With time to spare before his round, he decided to make the most of his unexpected free time and warm up in an unconventional location – his holding cell. In a post-round interview, Scheffler candidly acknowledged the unusual circumstances, stating, “I did spend some time stretching in a jail cell, that was a first for me.”The golfer’s ability to maintain his composure and deliver an impressive 5-under 66 round, despite the morning’s dramatic events, is a testament to his mental fortitude and skill as the world’s top-ranked player.
"I did spend some time stretching in a jail cell, that was a first for me."
Scottie Scheffler comments on his morning before the second round. pic.twitter.com/41HrVBKL5v
— Golf on CBS ⛳ (@GolfonCBS) May 17, 2024
After being released without bail, Scheffler managed to arrive at the golf course approximately an hour before his scheduled tee time. He quickly grabbed a bite to eat in the clubhouse, practiced on the range and chipping area, and then headed over to the 10th hole to begin his second round. Demonstrating his competitive spirit, Scheffler started his round with a birdie on the first hole. Despite the tumultuous events earlier in the day, he went on to record six birdies and just one bogey, finishing with an impressive 5-under 66 score. Reflecting on the morning’s events, Scheffler admitted, “I didn’t stop shaking for a while.
” Given the challenges he faced, his performance in the second round may stand out as one of the most remarkable in his career thus far. In a post-round interview, Scheffler shared, “It was pretty good. I definitely never imagined ever going to jail, and I definitely never imagined going to jail in the morning before one of my tee times. I was grateful to be able to go out there and compete. It was a nice round of golf. “Scheffler’s ability to focus and deliver a strong performance under such extraordinary circumstances highlights his resilience and determination as a top golfer.
Leave a Reply