World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is making a triumphant return to the PGA Tour this week at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am following a bizarre Christmas dinner mishap that left him sidelined for the first few events of 2025. Fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Golf as Scheffler looks to resume his dominance on the course.
Scheffler, fresh off his victory at the Hero World Challenge in December, suffered a severe cut to his right hand while preparing Christmas dinner, leading to surgery and a forced break from competition. The injury forced him to miss The Sentry in Hawaii, and his return was initially expected at The American Express in La Quinta, California earlier this month. However, he wasn’t quite ready to hit the course just yet.
Reflecting on his time away from the game, Scheffler shared, “It was frustrating to be sitting at home, not being able to play golf, but (my wife, my son, and I) got some good time at home just us three.” The hiatus allowed him to enjoy quality family time, a rare luxury for the busy professional golfer. Despite the downtime, Scheffler admitted that watching golf on TV while unable to play was indeed a source of frustration.
Scheffler, a recipient of the PGA Tour Player of the Year Award for three consecutive years, is eager to build on his impressive 2024 performance, which included victories at prestigious events like The Masters and The Players Championship. The 28-year-old golfer also secured an Olympic gold medal and the FedEx Cup title, solidifying his status as one of the sport’s brightest stars.
Returning to his practice routine in recent days, Scheffler has been working on alleviating any lingering soreness in his injured hand. He even had a friendly practice round against his caddie, Ted Scott, at nearby Cypress Point, jokingly boasting about his victory, “I took down Ted, so I got bragging rights for a while.”
When asked about any concerns regarding his injury impacting his gameplay, Scheffler confidently stated, “Not at all.” The golfer is eyeing his third consecutive win after closing out 2024 with a victory at the Tour Championship and clinching the Hero World Challenge three months later. Scheffler’s upbeat attitude and determination to succeed are palpable as he gears up for the Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
While Scheffler tied for sixth at last year’s Pebble Beach Pro-Am, he is excited to return to the course for his delayed season debut. Despite the unusual timing, Scheffler expressed his joy, saying, “It’s a little weird making it this late in the year, but good to be back.” With an optimistic outlook and a well-rested mindset, Scheffler is eager to hit the course and showcase his skills once more.
Golf enthusiasts can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Golf, with coverage beginning at 4.45pm on Thursday and full coverage from 8pm. Saturday’s coverage starts at 4.30pm, and Sunday’s round kicks off at 4pm, wrapping up around 11.30pm. For those without Sky, streaming options are available with no contract on NOW, ensuring fans can enjoy all the thrilling moments of the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, majors, and women’s golf throughout 2025. Get ready to witness Scheffler’s return as he takes on the competition at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
