Scottie Scheffler caught hand, foot and mouth disease after win at FedEx St. Jude Championship
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Key Points:
- Scottie Scheffler revealed he was battling hand, foot, and mouth disease after his eight-shot win at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, which affected his performance at the BMW Championship where he finished tied for 12th.
- The illness caused blisters on his hands, feet, and throat, making it difficult for him to grip his club and impacting his usual workout and pre-round routines.
- Despite the health challenges, Scheffler managed a respectable 7-under for the week at Bellerive Country Club, though he finished 10 shots behind the winner, Wyndham Clark.
- Scheffler acknowledged that playing through the illness was a tough decision driven by his competitive nature, but he prioritized rest afterward and feels better now.
- He will enter the upcoming Tour Championship as the FedExCup points leader, though without the previous staggered start advantage, and is optimistic about his health going forward.
