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Scottie Scheffler misses the cut for the first time in 4 years
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 4 min read
For the first time in nearly four years, Scottie Scheffler won't be around for the weekend.Scheffler missed two key putts in the final three holes Friday in the Scottish Open, the last one from 6 feet for par that gave him a 2-over 72 to miss the 36-hole cut by two shots.“Got off to a poor start ...
Key takeaway Scheffler missed two key putts in the final three holes Friday in the Scottish Open, the last one from 6 feet for par that gave him a 2-over 72 to miss the 36-hole cut by two shots.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For golf fans in Piney Point Village , the news of Scottie Scheffler's potential missed cut at the Scottish Open may come as a surprise, given his impressive streak of 78 consecutive cuts. As the world's No. 1 player prepares to head to Royal Birkdale for the British Open, local residents may be interested to know that Scheffler's performance will be closely watched, particularly as he defends his title on a links course he has not played before. The British Open is a major tournament that attracts a significant following in the Houston area, and Scheffler's participation will likely draw attention from local golf enthusiasts. With the Scottish Open cut line now behind him, Scheffler's focus on the British Open may provide an opportunity for local fans to see him compete in a major tournament, even if it's not in their own backyard.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? For the first time in nearly four years, Scottie Scheffler won't be around for the weekend.Scheffler missed two key putts in the final three holes Friday in the Scottish Open, the last one from 6 feet for par that gave him a 2-over 72 to miss the 36-hole cut by two shots.“Got off to a poor start ...
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