‘Scottie and I aren’t really friends.’: Is Scottie Scheffler’s Influence Affecting His Ryder Cup Comrade?

The 44th edition of the Ryder Cup, one of the most historic and exciting golf tournaments, is already making waves in the golf community. As the players and officials prepare for the event, there has been attention drawn to a publicized friendship.

Comrades Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns have been close friends for more than ten years. As they prepare to participate in the highly esteemed Ryder Cup, it’s natural to question what may have led to one of them denying their strong relationship.

Sam Burns on his selection for the Ryder Cup and friendship with Scottie Scheffler 

Sam Burns had an exceptional 2022-23 season, celebrating the President’s Cup victory and winning the WGC Dell Technologies Match Play. Despite failing to make the cut for five events, he was consistent with his gameplay. After making it to the Ryder Cup through the captain’s picks, Burns landed in Rome to play alongside his buddy Scottie Scheffler.

The world number one and Sam have known each other since they were teenagers. The friends and their wives all travel together from time to time. Both players bond over their love for faith and support each other in downfalls. As Scottie Scheffler made it to the Ryder Cup through his ranking, Sam was captain Zach Johnson’s choice. 

Few people have credited his selection to his friendship with Scottie and criticized him immensely. When asked about his thoughts on the criticism, Sam said, “Scottie and I aren’t really friends. I don’t know where people come up with that. We actually don’t even really like each other.”

The golfer later clarified that he was “just kidding.” Furthermore, the five-time PGA Tour winner commenting on his friendship with Scheffler said, “We’re great friends. Our wives are great friends. I imagine we’ll be friends as long as we’re alive. I don’t really know what you’re talking about, to be honest.” It seems that the player is not concerned about the speculations from the community, and his friendship with Scottie has nothing to do with selection. 

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Burns cried after getting confirmation for his Ryder Cup debut

Sam made his Ryder Cup debut on the opening day with Scheffler, but the news of his selection still reverberates around. Talking to Sirius XM PGA Tour Radio, Sam narrated his reaction to the confirmation call. He recounted that he was taking the morning call and chatting with his Ryder Cup comrade, Justin Thomas when Zach called him. 

He was taking care of his business as US Captain Zach Johnson confirmed his position, and Burns admitted to having started “crying.” Sam will surely remember his debut story in the years to come.

As the Ryder Cup begins, Sam has much to show and prove that he got the spot because of his skills. His friendship with Scottie is here to stay. It will be exciting to see them play alongside over the course of this weekend!

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