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Matt Fitzpatrick supports Scottie Scheffler for PGA Tour Player of the Year

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Matt Fitzpatrick supports Scottie Scheffler for PGA Tour Player of the Year

Summary

Matt Fitzpatrick spoke about Scottie Scheffler's candidacy for the PGA Tour Player of the Year award on August 20, 2026. Fitzpatrick, who has won three tournaments this season, acknowledged Scheffler's impressive performance, stating he may have already secured the award based on his lead in the FedExCup standings. Scheffler has earned 4,873 points, clearly ahead of Fitzpatrick's 3,426. Despite Fitzpatrick's own success, he recognizes Scheffler's consistent presence in major competitions, which strengthens his case for the accolade. With two events remaining, Fitzpatrick noted he would need to win one to have a chance at the award.

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By the Numbers

•Fitzpatrick has won three PGA Tour events this season.
•Scheffler leads the FedExCup standings with 4,873 points.
•Fitzpatrick needs a victory in the remaining events to compete for the award.
•Scheffler's consistent performance in major events enhances his Player of the Year candidacy.

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5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Matt Fitzpatrick delivers verdict on if Scottie Scheffler should be PGA Tour Player of the Year, ‘That is the truth’

What they're saying

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Matt Fitzpatrick is on the shortlist of players in contention for the 2026 PGA Tour Player of the Season award. Fitzpatrick has won three events this season: the Valspar Championship, the RBC Heritage and the Zurich Classic with his brother Alex.
— Yahoo Sports

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