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Eddie Pepperell criticizes Scottie Scheffler's reluctance to play globally

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Eddie Pepperell criticizes Scottie Scheffler's reluctance to play globally

Summary

Eddie Pepperell expressed disappointment over Scottie Scheffler's limited participation in international golf events, emphasizing missed opportunities. Scheffler, the world number one, has primarily focused on North American tournaments since 2022, raising concerns about the broader experience for players. As the PGA Tour plans significant changes by 2028, it may affect players' willingness to compete overseas. Pepperell, speaking on the Business Of Sport podcast, highlighted how Americans' decisions could restrict their professional experiences despite lucrative offers to play globally.

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By the Numbers

•Eddie Pepperell criticizes Scheffler's limited international play
•Scheffler has not participated in DP World Tour events since 2022
•PGA Tour plans to change structure significantly by 2028
•Pepperell values the vibrancy of DP World Tour experiences
•Players face differing career goals and opportunities

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler criticised for ‘remarkable’ decision that saddens DP World Tour player

What they're saying

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Eddie Pepperell has claimed that the reluctance of Scottie Scheffler and other American PGA Tour players to travel around the world saddens him, particularly given the money that they would have been offered to feature at certain events. Much has been made over the last few years of Scheffler’s desire to play almost all of his golf in North America.
— Yahoo Sports

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