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Scottie Scheffler battles illness during BMW Championship
Scottie Scheffler, a professional golfer in the United States, competed in the BMW Championship while suffering from hand, foot and mouth disease, which caused painful blisters on his hands and throat. Despite the discomfort, he played through the illness, finishing the tournament at seven under par and tied for 12th place. Scheffler had already secured his position at the top of the FedExCup standings, and he reflected on whether withdrawing would have been a better decision.

Updated Aug 24, 2026 First published Aug 23, 2026