Scheffler in danger of missing cut, to rethink major preparations
Scottie Scheffler, the overwhelming favorite to win the 2024 U.S. Open, faces an uncertain future at the tournament following a disappointing second-round 74 at Pinehurst. With a cumulative score of 5 over par, the world’s top-ranked golfer might not make it to the weekend, depending on Friday evening’s cut line. This unexpected performance marks a…
Scottie Scheffler, the overwhelming favorite to win the 2024 U.S. Open, faces an uncertain future at the tournament following a disappointing second-round 74 at Pinehurst. With a cumulative score of 5 over par, the world’s top-ranked golfer might not make it to the weekend, depending on Friday evening’s cut line. This unexpected performance marks a significant departure for Scheffler, who has shown remarkable consistency in major championships over the last two years.
Scheffler entered the U.S. Open on a hot streak, having secured seven top-10 finishes in his last ten major starts. He boasts an impressive record of 38 consecutive cuts made on the PGA Tour and has played through the weekend in every major championship over the past two years. His recent U.S. Open finishes—T7, T2, and 3rd—highlight his proficiency in dealing with the traditionally challenging USGA setups.
However, after 36 holes at Pinehurst, Scheffler finds himself ten strokes behind the clubhouse leader, prompting a need for reflection on what went wrong. Scheffler pinpointed his preparation for the tournament as a crucial factor that could have been handled better.
Winning the Memorial Tournament last Sunday further cemented Scheffler’s dominant season, adding to his victories at prestigious courses like Bay Hill, TPC Sawgrass, Augusta National, Harbour Town, and Muirfield Village. These wins have positioned him as a near-unbeatable