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Ted Scott Returns to Scottie Scheffler’s Bag at Tour Championship After Family Emergency

Scott says a serious injury to his nephew Joel prompted his absence.

Overview

  • Scott rejoined Scheffler at East Lake on Sunday after missing the St. Jude finale and the BMW Championship.
  • In a video from the course, he described the situation as devastating and said he had felt helpless watching his family grieve.
  • Scott reported that nephew Joel is recovering and thanked friends, family, and the PGA Tour community for support.
  • Players and caddies, including Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood, wore yellow ribbons at the Tour Championship in solidarity with Joel.
  • With Scott away, Scheffler used PGA Tour chaplain Brad Payne to finish St. Jude, where he tied for third, and Michael Cromie at the BMW, which Scheffler won.