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Hill: Scheffler left no doubt — and gave this Memphian an incredible memory

By , Daily Memphian Updated: August 16, 2026 8:24 PM CT | Published: August 16, 2026 7:21 PM CT
Drew Hill
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Drew Hill

Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.

Scottie Scheffler entered Sunday’s FedEx St. Jude Championship final round with a two-stroke lead.

The World’s No. 1-ranked golfer had a large gallery walking with him lockstep from the first tee shot. They seemed to be on his side. 

Well, that was until he made the short trek from the fourth green to the fifth tee box. 

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