Golfer Scottie Scheffler made headlines for all the wrong reasons when he faced a tumultuous commute to the Valhalla Golf Club for the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship. The morning started with Scheffler’s arrest after attempting to navigate around a crash scene on his way to the golf course. He was charged with several offenses, including assaulting a police officer and reckless driving. Despite the ordeal, Scheffler managed to make his tee time and address the media after completing his round.
Why was pro-golfer Scottie Scheffler held by police outside the PGA Championship venue?
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During his press conference, Scheffler clarified the events, emphasizing that he never tried to leverage his identity as a professional golfer to ease the situation. Instead, he remained focused on reaching his tee time amidst the chaos of the accident scene. Scheffler expressed remorse for the incident and extended condolences to the affected family, acknowledging the gravity of the situation.
Despite the challenging start to his day, Scheffler showcased remarkable composure on the course, shooting an impressive five-under-66 in the second round. Arriving less than an hour before his tee time, he demonstrated resilience and determination, finishing at nine-under heading into the final rounds of the PGA Championship.
