Scottie Scheffler struggles with 73 in Memorial Tournament opening round
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Scottie Scheffler, ranked No. 1 in the world, finished his first round at the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village with a score of 1-over 73. Scheffler experienced frustration during the round, particularly after a tee shot on the par-3 16th hole, which landed in the water. Despite a birdie on No. 17, he sits tied for 33rd and six strokes behind the leader entering the second round. His comments indicated uncertainty about the changing wind conditions and their effect on his performance.
- •Scheffler shoots 1-over 73 in first round at Memorial Tournament.
- •He struggles with wind conditions during his round.
- •Birdie at No. 17 offers minimal redemption after water hazard on No. 16.
- •Scheffler tied for 33rd, six shots off the lead.
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — 'Don't know what to do': Agitated Scottie Scheffler cards 73 in Memorial opening round
"The world's top-ranked player was visibly upset toward the end of his first round Thursday at Muirfield Village. Here's what happened and where Scheffler sits on the leaderboard.
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