Scottie Scheffler claimed his 6th PGA Tour victory of 2025 at the Procore Championship, solidifying his Ryder Cup preparation. Scheffler closed with a 5-under 67 to edge out Ben Griffin, who faltered on the final hole. The event featured top U.S. Ryder Cup stars and set the stage for the September matches at Bethpage Black. Highlights include Scheffler’s comeback, Griffin’s near-miss, and insights into the competitive field. Watch as the world No. 1 golfer continues his dominant season ahead of the Ryder Cup showdown against Europe.
Scotty Sheoffller is on fire. Just days before the highly anticipated Ryder Cup, the world’s number one golfer secured his sixth PGA Tour victory of the season at the Procore Championship, leaving fans and competitors alike in awe. But here’s where it gets controversial. While Sheffller’s dominance is undeniable, some argue that his success hinges on the pressure his opponents crumble under. Is it skill or are his wins a result of others faltering at crucial moments? Let and this is the part most people miss. Griffin’s near misses highlight the razor thin margin between victory and defeat in professional golf raising questions about mental resilience under pressure. Sheffller’s win wasn’t just about personal glory. It was a strategic move. Earlier this year, he identified the Procore Championship as an ideal tuneup for the Rder Cup, avoiding the mistake of the 2023 team, which took a month-long break before the Rome matches. “Once the tournament began, however, Sheffller’s focus shifted entirely to winning. “I knew I had to have another good day,” he said, reflecting on his 64-67 weekend finish. “I’m fortunate to be the winner this week. This victory marks Sheffller’s 19th career win on the PGA Tour, setting the stage for his RDER Cup showdown against Europe, a team that has dominated the competition for three decades. But here’s a bold question. Can Sheffller’s individual brilliance translate into team success? Or will Europe’s collective strength prove too formidable? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Meanwhile, Lanto Griffin delivered a standout performance, finishing third with a 65, his best result in nearly four years. This leaprogged him from number 142 to number 100 in the FedEx Cup standings. A crucial move in a season where only the top 100 retain full cards. It’s huge, Griffin admitted. I kind of wish Scotty wasn’t here, but I’m sure the fans enjoyed it. Speaking of fans, Silverado saw its largest crowd since the tournament move to Wine Country in 2014 with most rallying behind Sheffller. His win places him alongside Tiger Woods as the only players with at least six wins in back-to-back seasons in the last 40 years. But here’s a counterpoint. While Sheffller’s achievements are historic, some argue that today’s PGA Tour lacks the depth of competition seen in Woods era. What do you think? Sheffller’s comeback was nothing short of remarkable. Starting two shots behind, he fell four shots back early before rallying with four birdies in the first 10 holes. A careless three-p putt bogey on the 11th momentarily stalled his momentum, but he responded with two birdies on par fives to seize the lead as Griffin struggled. Griffin, however, had his chances, missing crucial birdie putts on the 15th, 16th, and 17th holes before falling short on the 18th. Auburn junior Jackson Kovven, the world’s number one amateur, finished tied for fourth with Ameliano Greo. Despite bogeies on the 12th and 13th holes, Koven’s fourth consecutive top 11 finish on the PGA Tour earned him a spot in the Sanderson Farms Championship. unless his academic commitments intervene. The Procore Championship boasted one of its strongest fields with all but two US RDER Cup team members competing ahead of the September 26 to 28 matches at Beth Paige Black. US captain Keegan Bradley was on site through Friday and the PGA of America rented a mansion for team meetings, creating a RDER Cup war room amidst the vineyards. Joining Sheffller in the top 10 were Griffin, US Open champion JJ Spawn, and Cameron Young, Sam Burns, who eagled the 18th hole for a 67, and Russell Henley rounded out the top 20. But here’s the burning question. With Sheffller leading the charge, can the US team finally reclaim RDER Cup glory, or will Europe’s dominance continue? Share your predictions below.
