In a shocking turn of events at the Ryder Cup 2025, Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked golfer, found himself making unwanted history at the daunting Bethpage Black course. Struggling in both morning and afternoon sessions, Scheffler’s performance was far from the expectations placed upon him. Partnering with Russell Henley, he faced a fierce competition from Robert MacIntyre and Viktor Hovland, succumbing to a narrow 1-up defeat in the foursomes. The day only got worse when Scheffler teamed up with Bryson DeChambeau, as their efforts fell flat against the formidable duo of Tommy Fleetwood and Justin Rose, losing 3-and-2.
Despite the disappointing results, Scheffler remained optimistic about their performance. “Bryson and I did some good stuff out there. We were into a tough matchup today,” he remarked after the matches. “Those guys played great. They made a ton of putts and really tip of a cap to them. They played better than we did. Bryson did a great job battling all day. Did a really good job keeping us in the match, but overall just didn’t do enough, and they played great.”
It’s critical to note that while Scheffler’s scorecard reflected struggle, his individual stats told a different story. He ranked second among American players in strokes gained during the morning session and outperformed every European player except for Rose and Fleetwood in the afternoon. However, the stark reality of his two losses on Saturday, combined with two from the previous day, etched his name into the record books for the wrong reasons. Scheffler became the first World No. 1 to start a Ryder Cup with an 0-4 record, a feat no player had accomplished since the tournament adopted its current format in 1979.
This disappointing performance marks the second consecutive Ryder Cup where Scheffler has failed to make a significant impact, as he ended with a 0-2-2 record in Rome. His debut at the 2021 Ryder Cup showcased promise with a 2-0-1 record, raising hopes for a stellar career ahead. However, his recent woes have drawn comparisons to fellow greats, such as Tiger Woods, who also had his share of struggles at the Ryder Cup, finishing with a 13-21-3 record.
As the Americans look to salvage their hopes for a comeback, the pressure mounts on Scheffler to turn his luck around and contribute to the team’s efforts on Sunday. The Ryder Cup has always been a stage for unforgettable moments, and with the stakes so high, all eyes will be on whether Scheffler can rise to the occasion and break free from this historical slump. The narrative of determination versus despair continues to unfold at Bethpage Black, and fans will be eagerly anticipating the next chapter.
