Scottie Scheffler Competed in BMW Championship While Battling Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
Scottie Scheffler revealed after the BMW Championship in St. Louis that he competed in the tournament while suffering from hand, foot, and mouth disease, which caused him pain when gripping his golf club.
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 23, 2026 —
Scottie Scheffler, the world number one golfer, disclosed that he competed in the recent BMW Championship in St. Louis while experiencing symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease. The revelation came after the conclusion of the tournament.
Scheffler explained that the illness caused him significant pain, particularly when gripping his golf club. The condition, commonly known as HFMD, is a contagious viral illness typically affecting infants and young children, but it can also occur in adults. Symptoms often include fever, sore throat, painful sores in the mouth, and a rash or blisters on the hands and feet.
The golfer’s participation and performance in the BMW Championship, despite the discomfort associated with the disease, has drawn attention. Further details regarding the specific timeline of his diagnosis or the extent of his condition’s impact on his play beyond the described pain were not provided. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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