Scottie Scheffler, the reigning world number one in men’s golf, will unfortunately sit out the inaugural tournament of the 2025 PGA Tour due to an unexpected injury sustained during a holiday gathering.
According to his manager Blake Smith, Scheffler suffered a puncture wound to the palm of his right hand from a broken glass while preparing Christmas dinner. The injury was serious enough that small glass fragments needed to be surgically removed.
As a result, Scheffler has withdrawn from the Sentry tournament set in Maui, Hawaii; however, he is anticipated to make a comeback for the American Express event in La Quinta, California, scheduled for January 16.
In 2024, Scheffler had an impressive season, clinching his third consecutive PGA Tour Player of the Year title after winning seven tournaments, which included securing a second Masters Green Jacket. He also triumphed at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, edging out Britain’s Tommy Fleetwood to take home the gold medal.
While it is unfortunate that fans will miss seeing Scheffler compete in his usual form right at the start of the season, it is hopeful that he will recover swiftly and return to the course stronger than ever. His past accomplishments set a high bar for his future performances, and fans are eagerly awaiting his return in January.