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Scottie Scheffler Has Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease, Played Through Blisters at BMW Championship

Top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler played through hand, foot and mouth disease at the BMW Championship.

By · Published August 24, 2026 at 18:29 UTC · Updated August 25, 2026 at 08:24 UTC

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What happened

Scottie Scheffler, the world's top-ranked golfer, played through hand, foot and mouth disease during the BMW Championship. Scheffler revealed that he had been battling the illness, which caused painful blisters on his hands and feet. He played through the discomfort, which affected his performance.

Scheffler's decision to compete despite his condition was described as 'frustrating' and 'painful'. Scheffler's illness was contracted after his victory at the FedEx St. He did not repeat as champion at the BMW Championship, moving into the top 20 instead.

Scheffler's doctors advised him against playing, suggesting that his decision to compete was risky. Scheffler's revelation has sparked discussions about the resilience of professional athletes and the challenges they face while competing. The PGA Tour and other outlets have covered Scheffler's struggle, noting his determination to compete despite his health issues.

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Questions people are asking

What illness did Scottie Scheffler have during the BMW Championship?

Scottie Scheffler had hand, foot and mouth disease during the BMW Championship.

How did Scheffler's illness affect his performance?

Scheffler's illness caused him discomfort and affected his performance, though the exact impact is not specified.

Did Scheffler's doctors advise him to play?

No, Scheffler's doctors advised him against playing due to his illness.

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