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Scottie Scheffler hits the reset button for the British Open after a rare missed cut
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 14, 2026
· 5 min read
Scottie Scheffler finally heard about the text his PGA Tour friend never sent, a reminder that even the No. 1 player in golf with four majors and more than 20 victories doesn’t know everything.It was a list of things to do on the weekend after missing the cut.“He was like: ‘Hey, you can practice ...
Key takeaway 1 player in golf with four majors and more than 20 victories doesn’t know everything.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For golf fans in Piney Point Village , Scottie Scheffler's early arrival at Royal Birkdale is a welcome sight, especially given his local ties. As the British Open approaches, residents can take pride in knowing that one of their own is preparing to take on the challenging links course. Scheffler's experience playing in various conditions will be put to the test at Royal Birkdale, where the firm and fiery terrain will require strategic decision-making on every hole. His assessment of the course, where "the ball is just going to run forever," will resonate with local golfers who are familiar with the challenges of playing on Texas courses with similar terrain. As Scheffler navigates the course, Piney Point Village residents will be watching closely, eager to see how their hometown golfer performs on the international stage.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Scottie Scheffler finally heard about the text his PGA Tour friend never sent, a reminder that even the No. 1 player in golf with four majors and more than 20 victories doesn’t know everything.It was a list of things to do on the weekend after missing the cut.“He was like: ‘Hey, you can practice ...
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