Fans in uproar over Scottie Scheffler TIO call at British Open
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Scottie Scheffler received a controversial free drop during the British Open after his tee shot on the 17th hole landed behind a grandstand and was never found, allowing him relief under the Temporary Immovable Obstruction (TIO) rule despite the ball being 100 yards off line.
- Scheffler capitalized on the relief by hitting a shot within 10 feet and making a birdie, finishing fourth overall, three strokes behind winner Ryan Fox, though he bogeyed the final hole.
- The ruling sparked confusion and criticism from fans and fellow golfers, with some calling the decision against the spirit of the game and highlighting Scheffler's visible frustration on the hole.
- The controversy was intensified by a prior incident involving Bryson DeChambeau, who received a two-shot penalty for inadvertently improving his swing path by stepping on high grass, highlighting inconsistent application of rules during the tournament.
