‘Prison Haircut’, ‘Jailhouse Fade’: Scottie Scheffler Sparks Backlash From Golf World Over Bizarre New Look

Following his latest win at the 2024 Memorial, the World No. 1 golfer stepped onto the major course on Thursday, June 13. However, it was not his game that caught everyone’s attention; it was Scottie Scheffler’s striking new haircut. Much like Brooks Koepka, who caused a stir by dyeing his hair blonde in 2022 and then a mullet in 2023. Koepka’s bold style choice had its share of backlash and praise. But Scheffler’s case was a bit different from that of the LIV golfer.

Scottie received his haircut from Monti, the barber at Pinehurst Golf Course. Monti, known for his excellent work, has also shared photos with several other players this week, including Tiger Woods. It highlights his reputation as a trusted barber. However, the two-time major champion with a notable high-and-tight style turned heads on Thursday.

Moreover, this reminds a similar incident in which Jordan Spieth was the main man. While waiting for his third-round tee time during the 2018 British Open, Spieth wandered into a barber shop in Carnoustie for a haircut. “I don’t even know where I went, and the hairdresser went a little high and tight,” Spieth said. He ended up with a very British cut-shaved side and longer on top. “It’s summertime now, so it works out.”

In his quest for a trim, Spieth accidentally got a British makeover, bringing strange remarks from fans. The golfer is still teased for the cut of his lifetime that he would regret. But how do fans react to Scheffler’s new look? Let us get to that.

How Golf X pounced with plenty of jokes about Scottie Scheffler’s new do?

One X user humorously questioned, “Did a blind man, with no arms cut Scottie’s hair?” 

A group of users made hilarious speculations on Scheffler’s new haircut. One stated, “New baby in the house, can’t afford luxuries anymore. Wife has to cut his hair now.” Another commented in a sarcastic tone, “Times are tough. Meredith put him on a budget and he went Groupon,” suggesting that Scheffler might be cutting back on expenses and letting his wife Meredith take on barber duties. 

“Looks like Scottie got the Spieth at Carnoustie haircut.” Fans can’t help but compare Scottie Scheffler’s new look to Jordan Spieth’s infamous haircut from the 2018 season. “Going for that Spieth look,” one fan quipped, recalling how Spieth’s look was widely mocked, but he still managed to lead early on at Carnoustie. “People forget Spieth was in the lead 4 holes into that Sunday with a bone spur. Believe in that cut,” another fan noted, bringing a motivational twist to the comparison.

“Prison changes a man.” Scottie’s new cut also drew comments referencing his brief arrest last month. One fan sarcastically remarked, “It’s the jailhouse fade,” while another added, “He really shaved the beard to get rid of that Louisville bad luck lol.” One user compared his cut with a “prison haircut” playing on the idea that criminals often change their appearance to avoid recognition, blending humor with a nod to Scheffler’s past troubles.

One lady commented in a rather optimistic way, “Hope he applied lots of sunscreen!” and another added, “Better have some sunscreen!!! Yikes,” addressing a practical concern humorously, pointing out that a golfer’s short haircut means he will need plenty of sunscreens to avoid a sunburn on the course.

That is how some enthusiasts had their say on the World No. 1’s haircut. What do you think of Scottie Scheffler’s new do? One thing is sure, if he comes on to win the 2024 U.S. Open, we will see another buzzing X time, as golf fans.