Scheffler cards 5-under 65 at Tour Championship after health issues
ESPN Golf • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:24 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Scottie Scheffler posted a 5-under 65 during the first round of the Tour Championship, placing him in a tie for fifth. This performance comes a week after he faced difficulties with hand, foot, and mouth disease, which had caused blisters that affected his grip. Scheffler’s return to form nearly symptom-free marks a significant recovery, highlighting his potential this week. The tournament continues with more rounds scheduled.
- •Scheffler shot a 5-under 65 in the first round.
- •He is tied for fifth place after round one.
- •This follows his recent battle with hand, foot, and mouth disease.
- •He struggled with gripping the club due to blisters last week.
- •The Tour Championship is ongoing with additional rounds to come.
- 12:06 AMESPN Golf — Nearly symptom-free, Scheffler in hunt after 65
"A week after Scottie Scheffler struggled to grip the club because of blisters on his hands from hand, foot and mouth disease, he's nearly symptom-free and carded a 5-under 65 to grab a share of fifth place after the first round of the Tour Championship.
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