Jack Nicklaus reacts and sends a message to Scottie Scheffler after his second FedEx Cup win
Jack Nicklaus has lauded Scottie Scheffler on social media after his victory at the Tour Championship and revealed what he told himself during the world number one’s final round at East Lake. Scheffler is now a two-time FedEx Cup champion after the 30-year-old managed to catch Viktor Hovland over the course of Sunday in Atlanta.
Jack Nicklaus has praised Scottie Scheffler on social media following his Tour Championship victory, revealing what he told himself during the golfer's final round at East Lake. Scheffler, who is now a two-time FedEx Cup champion, edged out Viktor Hovland by six strokes in the final round to secure his second FedEx Cup title. Nicklaus was confident that Scheffler would win, stating, "I fully expect him to win" while watching the final round on Instagram.
He commended Scheffler for playing smart and well, calling him the best player in the world. Nicklaus also congratulated Scheffler on his victory and FedEx Cup Playoff win, wishing Barbara, Meredith, and their family continued success. Despite 2026 being widely anticipated as a potentially disappointing year for Scheffler, he managed to make a strong statement by winning three times and finishing in the top five on 13 occasions.
Even in his worst performance of the year, tying for 14th at the PGA Championship, Scheffler still finished inside the top four at three of the four majors.
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