Scheffler decries false rumors about U.S. golfers ahead of Presidents Cup

During the Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club, world-number-one Scottie Scheffler told reporters that false narratives about U.S. golfers are a source of irritation for him and his teammates. He cited specific rumors, including Patrick Cantlay not wearing a Team USA hat and claims that the American side is not close-knit, both of which he called "very much untrue." The hat story originated from a 2023 Ryder Cup report that suggested Cantlay was protesting player compensation, a claim Cantlay later denied.

Scheffler said these distractions pull him out of the competitive flow, and he prefers to stay removed from such talk. He noted that the American team struggled to counter these stories while Europe dominated the early matches on home soil. The comments highlight ongoing media scrutiny of team dynamics in elite golf events.