Scottie Scheffler made his feelings known after repeatedly being asked about the Ryder Cup.
The world number one spoke to reporters ahead of the this weekend’s BMW Championship.
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Scheffler threatened to walk out of his press conference ahead of the BMW ChampionshipCredit: PGA Tour
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The world number one was frustrated by questions about next month’s Ryder CupCredit: Getty
However, he threatened to cut the press conference short after yet another question about next month’s event.
Scheffler will appear at his third Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black after securing one of six automatic spots on Team USA.
This week, though, he is continuing his FedEx Cup play-off campaign at Caves Valley Golf Club in Maryland.
After being asked about the Ryder Cup, the 29-year-old hit back: “I mean, I love answering all these questions about the Ryder Cup guys but this is ridiculous.
“We’re at the BMW Championship. The Ryder Cup is over a month away.
“If you want to talk about this week, let’s talk about this week. If not, I’ve got practice to do. I’m getting ready for a golf tournament.”
Scheffler is fresh from finishing tied-third at last week’s FedEx St. Jude Championship.
Justin Rose claimed victory at the opening FedEx Cup play-off event after beating J.J. Spaun in a play-off.
The top 50 players in the FedEx Cup rankings have progressed to the BMW Championship.
Scheffler tops the charts after another impressive year and tees off alongside Rory McIlroy for their opening round on Thursday.
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Scheffler and McIlroy will tee off together for the opening round in MarylandCredit: Getty
McIlroy returns to action after skipping the previous tournament.
The Masters champion put the decision down to a hectic upcoming schedule with the Tour Championship and Ryder Cup to come.
Next weekend’s Tour Championship will consist of the top 30 in the FedEx Cup rankings following the BMW Championship.
Scheffler is chasing his first victory in the event this week after a couple of near misses.
His two top three finishes include a tie for second behind Viktor Hovland in 2023.
Team USA’s Ryder Cup picks
This weekend will also see the six automatic Ryder Cup picks for Team USA finalised.
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Scheffler has already confirmed his place on Team USA for the Ryder CupCredit: GettyThat was me’ – Scottie Scheffler comes clean with shock confession after viral Open video
The top six ranked players after Sunday’s final round will receive a spot on Keegan Bradley’s team.
Scheffler is already guaranteed a place alongside US Open champion Spaun and Xander Scauffele.
Heading into the BMW Championship, Russell Henley, Bryson DeChambeau and Harris English make up the top six.
As for Team Europe, Luke Donald’s automatic picks will not be confirmed for another week.
Half of his team will be finalised after the British Masters on August 24.
However, McIlroy, Rose and Tommy Fleetwood have all secured their involvement already.
