Dreaded FedEx Cup Curse Haunts Scottie Scheffler Despite His Massive Edge in $25M Race

Superstitions may seem trivial, but in sports, they can weigh heavily on even the best athletes. For Scottie Scheffler, the top seed from the regular season, history presents a daunting challenge as he enters the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Historically, only two golfers—Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth—have managed to win the coveted title as the No. 1 seed. The last time this happened was nine years ago when Spieth captured the trophy in 2015.

Scheffler has been nothing short of extraordinary this season, leading the pack with a staggering 5993 points, far outpacing his closest competitors, Xander Schauffele and Rory McIlroy, who trail with 4057 and 2545 points, respectively. With six victories and two runner-up finishes, Scheffler has already earned a remarkable $28.15 million this season. A win at the Tour Championship could see him pocket an additional $25 million from the $100 million FedExCup Playoffs pool.

Yet, the pressure is on. Despite being the top seed in the last two FedEx Cup playoffs, Scheffler has fallen short both times. In 2022, he posted an impressive 20 under par at the Tour Championship, only to be overtaken by Rory McIlroy’s stunning 21 under par finish. The following year, Scheffler’s hopes were dashed again when Viktor Hovland delivered a jaw-dropping 27 under par to claim the title, leaving Scheffler well behind.

As Scheffler prepares for the 2024 playoffs, fans are eagerly watching to see if he can finally overcome the odds and break the 9-year curse. After a stellar performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics and a dominant PGA Tour season, many believe this could be Scheffler’s year. But with history suggesting otherwise, the question remains: Can Scottie Scheffler rewrite the narrative and cement his legacy as a FedEx Cup champion? The world will be watching.