'Fractionally Off': Scottie Scheffler's One Lingering Weakness Could Prove Costly at The Open Championship

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler has struggled to close out victories during the 2026 season, finishing one shot behind Rory McIlroy at the Masters, losing to Matt Fitzpatrick in a playoff at the RBC Heritage, and falling six strokes short of Wyndham Clark at another event. Heading into The Open Championship, analysts have identified a persistent weakness in Scheffler's game that could again prevent him from capturing a major title. The article, published June 30, 2026, suggests this recurring issue could prove particularly costly on the links-style course typical of The Open.