Scottie Scheffler ties for fourth at The Open Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Scottie Scheffler finished in a tie for fourth place at The Open Championship held at Royal Birkdale, unable to defend his title. Ryan Fox secured the Claret Jug with a score of 10-under par, three shots ahead of Scheffler, who ended at 7-under. Analysts highlighted Scheffler's struggles with his wedge game and putting, noting a Strokes Gained figure of -1.299 that placed him 105th in the field. Despite the outcome, Scheffler has shown consistent performance in majors this season, with finishes including second at The Masters and T4 at the US Open. His next challenge will be to improve his game as the PGA Tour season continues.
- •Scottie Scheffler tied for fourth with a score of 7-under.
- •Ryan Fox won The Open Championship at 10-under par.
- •Scheffler struggled with wedges and putting throughout the tournament.
- •He has one victory this season at The American Express.
- •Scheffler finished second at The Masters and T4 at the US Open.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Wayne Riley explains what he found so ‘bizarre’ about Scottie Scheffler’s performance at The Open Championship
"Scottie Scheffler was unable to defend his title at The Open Championship, instead finishing in a tie for fourth place. Ryan Fox superbly clinched the Claret Jug with his score of 10-under, three shots ahead of the world number one.
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