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2025 PGA Championship: Mud Balls Spark Player Outrage

5/17/2025

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Mud balls wreaked havoc at the 2025 PGA Championship, leaving players frustrated as wet conditions impacted their shots. Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele voiced their concerns over the decision to play the ball down, claiming it created unfair advantages. In response, the PGA of America insisted the course was improving and in good shape for play.

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Mud balls wreaked havoc at the 2025 PGA Championship, leaving players frustrated as wet conditions impacted their shots. Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele voiced their concerns over the decision to play the ball down, claiming it created unfair advantages. In response, the PGA of America insisted the course was improving and in good shape for play.