Why is Scottie Scheffler missing the Sony Open in Hawaii?

Scottie Scheffler is delaying his start to the 2026 PGA Tour season and will not be competing in the Sony Open in Hawaii.

When will Scottie Scheffler start his 2026 PGA Tour season?

Scottie Scheffler is scheduled to begin his 2026 PGA Tour season at The American Express, which starts on January 22, 2026.

What were Scottie Scheffler's major wins last season?

Last season, Scottie Scheffler won six events, including the PGA Championship and The Open Championship.

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Scheffler Skips Sony Open, Eyes American Express

9 Jan

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Scottie Scheffler will delay his PGA Tour season start in 2026.
He is skipping the Sony Open in Hawaii, January 15-18.
His season will begin at The American Express, January 22-25.

Scheffler Skips Sony Open, Eyes American Express

Scottie Scheffler, the PGA Tour's Player of the Year, will begin his 2026 season later than usual. He has decided to skip the opening event, the Sony Open in Hawaii, which is set to take place from January 15-18.

Scheffler's 2026 campaign is now scheduled to commence at The American Express, running from January 22-25. This event marks his return after missing it in 2025 due to an injury. He previously played in the 2024 American Express, finishing tied for 17th.

Last season, Scheffler enjoyed a dominant run, winning six tournaments, including two major championships: the PGA Championship and The Open Championship. He also had notable finishes in 2025, such as a tie for ninth at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and a victory at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson.

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