Scheffler says he played BMW Championship with hand, foot and mouth disease

World number one golfer Scottie Scheffler revealed he competed in the BMW Championship while suffering from hand, foot and mouth disease. Scheffler had a difficult week by his usual standards, recording 13 bogeys, but closed with a 2-under 68 on Sunday. He had declined an interview request on Thursday, only saying he was sick, before providing more details after his final round on August 23, 2026.