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Scottie Scheffler struggles with tee shot at Memorial Tournament

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Scottie Scheffler struggles with tee shot at Memorial Tournament

Summary

Scottie Scheffler encountered difficulties during the first round of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 4, 2026. His tee shot on the par-3 16th hole landed in water, leading to a double bogey after a frustrating exchange with his caddie about wind conditions. Despite the setback, Scheffler managed to birdie the following hole, finishing the round with a score of one-over 73. This performance places him six strokes off the lead.

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By the Numbers

•Scheffler finished with a score of one-over 73 on June 4, 2026.
•He recorded a double bogey on the 16th hole after hitting into the water.
•Scheffler birdied the 17th hole, benefiting from a favorable bounce.
•Wind conditions on the course proved challenging for multiple players.

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12:37 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler has Memorial Tournament meltdown after ball winds up in water: 'I don't know what to do'
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