‘Tom Kim Looks Scared’: Scottie Scheffler’s Nasty Swipe at Best Friend-Turned-Rival Shocks Golf World

Golf’s friendly fire ignites at the Presidents Cup! The prestigious event kicked off with a thrilling Thursday four-ball match, pitting Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley against Sungjae Im and Tom Kim. As tensions ran high, a surprising exchange between Scheffler and Kim stole the spotlight, leaving fans and fellow golfers stunned. What sparked his fiery remark, and what does it reveal about World No. 1’s competitive spirit?

During Thursday’s thrilling four-ball match at the Presidents Cup, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler unleashed a surprising verbal jab at Tom Kim, who by the way is one of his best friends. After draining a crucial birdie putt on hole 7, he was caught on camera saying, “What was that?”

The exchange sparked intense debate among fans and golf analysts, with some interpreting Scheffler’s comment as a lighthearted jab. However, others saw it as a rare display of intensity from the usually composed golfer. Kyle Porter, a prominent figure in the world of golf media hysterically posted on X after the jab went viral on the internet, “Tom Kim looks (and should be) scared of Scottie.”

🚨🏌🏻‍♂️🏆 World #1 Scottie Scheffler unloads on International star Tom Kim after draining his putt. @SchefflerFans

“WHAT WAS THAT” 🫨

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— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF) September 26, 2024

But what makes this exchange even more intriguing is the close friendship between Scheffler and Kim. Their bond was forged during a practice round at the 2023 Open Championship. And is built on mutual respect and a shared passion for golf. They also share birthdays on June 21. However, more than friendship, it’s also a valuable learning experience for the 22-year-old. “I’ve asked him a million questions, and he’s given me a million answers,” Kim once said, highlighting the depth of their relationship.