Scottie Scheffler not playing in BMW PGA Championship amid criticism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The BMW PGA Championship is underway at Wentworth, featuring top players like Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm. Scottie Scheffler is absent as he prepares for next week’s Presidents Cup. His limited appearances outside the U.S. have sparked discussions about his commitment to growing the global game. Scheffler mentioned an interest in playing internationally more often but highlighted family commitments and schedule constraints as factors limiting his participation.
- •BMW PGA Championship features many top players in England.
- •Scottie Scheffler has played internationally only twice this season.
- •He cites family time as a priority over more global play.
- •Scheffler expressed interest in future international tournaments.
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"The BMW PGA Championship is in full swing, with many of the world’s best players teeing off at Wentworth. Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm are among the players competing in England this week on the DP World Tour, as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf seasons are over.
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