The Scottie vs Tiger comparison, Michael Block's party gets shut down, and a final word on YouTube golf drama
Scheffler Clinches Tour Championship, Earns $31 Million; Block Shines on Champions; Good Good Ad Sparks Controversy
The 2026 Tour Championship at East Lake finished on Sunday with a quiet but decisive performance from 30‑year‑old Scottie Scheffler, who edged the field by three shots to secure his third win of the year and the FedEx Cup. The victory capped a season in which the American won 18 events in three years, earning just shy of $31 million in prize money before bonuses.
Scheffler’s triumph came a fortnight after he dominated the first FedEx Cup playoff event in Atlanta, where he also finished first. The final round at East Lake was noted for its lack of dramatic swings; Scheffler’s iron play was described as the “best in the week,” keeping the pressure on the rest of the field and allowing him to control the finish. The win gave Scheffler his 18th victory since turning 27, matching the number of wins earned by Tiger Woods during the same age‑range period.
Meanwhile, the tournament’s eighth hole produced a highlight when 54‑year‑old Justin Rose recorded a hole‑in‑one on an unusually difficult par‑3. The shot, which saw the British player send the ball through the cup in a single stroke, added a splash of excitement to an otherwise placid final round.
Michael Block’s Surge on the Champions Tour
At the same weekend, former PGA Tour veteran Michael Block—who turned 50 in June and became eligible for the PGA Tour Champions—continued to attract attention on the senior circuit. The former tour player, who has enjoyed a streak of four straight cuts made and two top‑10 finishes, finished tied third at the Ally Challenge, a tournament on the Champions Tour. Block posted a 2‑over‑74, four shots behind winner Steven Alker, and was in the top 10 for the fourth straight week. His antics on the 8th hole, where he walked backwards and exchanged fist bumps with volunteers after a 15‑foot tee shot, drew additional headlines.
Controversy in the YouTube Golf Community
The week also saw a surge of controversy within the online golf community. A promotional video released by Good Good Golf drew criticism for its portrayal of a female figure, leading several retailers to pull merchandise from their shelves. The backlash was swift, and a PGA Tour event was reportedly put on hold while the matter was investigated. The situation was compounded by YouTube personality Grant Horvat’s decision to launch a line of children’s golf clubs priced at $200, sparking accusations that the move was a cash grab.
Comparisons With Tiger Woods
Social media chatter highlighted the parallel between Scheffler’s 28‑to‑30 age span and that of Tiger Woods. Both players have recorded 18 victories during that window, with Woods adding four major championships to his record and Scheffler edging him in strokes‑gained metrics. Sportswriter Kyle Port of Normal Sport noted the similarities in a post on X, while commentator Mark Harris, who writes a weekly golf recap called Par Talk, emphasized that the comparison offers no definitive advantage to either side.
A Quiet Championship and a Season to Remember
The 2026 Tour Championship itself was a low‑key affair. The top finishers were all within a few strokes of each other, and the winner’s margin was cleanly three shots. Despite the lack of dramatic play, Scheffler’s steady ball control, particularly with irons, was seen as the decisive factor in his victory. The win secured his place at the top of the FedEx Cup standings and cemented his season earnings at nearly $31 million.
As the PGA Tour heads into the off‑season, fans and analysts alike will be looking to the next chapter. Scheffler will aim to build on this momentum, Block will continue to surprise on the Champions Tour, and the fallout from the Good Good ad and Horvat’s product line will likely shape discussions around marketing and sponsorship in the sport.