Scottie Scheffler Triumphs at BMW Championship
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Scottie Scheffler’s reign over the golf world continued on Sunday at Caves Valley Golf Club, where the world’s top golfer overcame a four-shot deficit to defeat tournament leader Robert MacIntyre, securing the 2025 BMW Championship. This victory marks the second leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs and brings Scheffler’s total wins for the year to five, following his two major championships (PGA Championship, Open Championship).
Significant Rewards for Scheffler
Scheffler not only walks away with a $3.6 million prize for finishing first at the BMW Championship but also secures his position at the top of the FedEx Cup standings, earning an additional $5 million bonus. As he heads towards the Tour Championship, he aims to become the first golfer to win back-to-back titles at the season finale.
Impressive Career Stats
In just two years, Scheffler has secured 12 PGA Tour victories, as well as an Olympic gold medal and a win at the Hero World Challenge. This achievement makes him the first golfer since Tiger Woods to achieve five or more victories in consecutive seasons on the PGA Tour.
MacIntyre’s Close Call
Although MacIntyre lost the sizable lead he held for most of the week, finishing in second place still catapulted him up 11 spots to No. 9 in the FedEx Cup standings for the season. Rory McIlroy, who struggled to find birdies, will start the Tour Championship in second place after finishing tied for 12th at Caves Valley.
Scheffler Seals the Deal
Scheffler locked in his victory with a remarkable chip on the 17th, earning a birdie that left MacIntyre without a chance to overtake him, solidifying his stellar performance. Grade: A+
MacIntyre’s Performance Assessment
Robert MacIntyre (-13): After stating that he feels unbeatable when his putter is on fire, MacIntyre faced the opposite outcome as he opened the door for Scheffler. Struggling with only one fairway hit on his front nine, his poor driving affected his approach shots, forcing many putts for par. He trailed by just one stroke with four holes remaining but missed several crucial birdie opportunities. Grade: A
Other Player Highlights
T12. Rory McIlroy (-3): McIlroy exhibited a mix of brilliance and struggle throughout the tournament. While he produced 17 birdies and an eagle, he also carded four double bogeys. To secure his fourth FedEx Cup title next week, he’ll need to minimize mistakes and enhance his iron play. Grade: B-
