‘They’ve Got To Pay Some Price’ – Golf Fans Weigh In On Scottie Scheffler's Controversial TIO Ruling

Scottie Scheffler takes a free drop during the final round of the 2026 Open at Royal Birkdale.

Golf’s TIO rules hit the headlines on Sunday at The Open after an incident involving World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler on the 17th hole at Royal Birkdale.

The American hit his ball into a hospitality unit with his second shot on the par-5 and although it couldn’t be found, he was given a free drop.