Scottie Scheffler secured a thrilling comeback win at the 2025 BMW Championship on Sunday, adding another prestigious title to his remarkable 2025 PGA Tour season and drawing fresh comparisons to Tiger Woods. The world No. 1 staged an impressive rally at Caves Valley Golf Club in Owings Mills, Maryland, culminating with a spectacular chip-in birdie on the 17th hole that gave him a two-shot lead and ultimately the championship.
Scheffler finished the tournament at 15-under-par, two strokes ahead of runner-up Robert MacIntyre, to claim his 18th career PGA Tour victory and his fifth win of the season. His final round 67 showed composure and skill under pressure, especially as he erased a four-shot deficit in just five holes during the closing stretch.
The defining moment came on the par-3 17th hole, where Scheffler chipped in from roughly 82 feet out of the rough — a shot that electrified the crowd and solidified his commanding lead. Reflecting on the shot, Scheffler celebrated exuberantly with his caddie, signaling the importance of the moment in sealing his victory.
This win further cemented Scheffler’s status as the dominant player on tour, as he continues a stellar run throughout the year. With this performance, he became the first player since Tiger Woods (2006-07) to win at least five times in consecutive PGA Tour seasons — a feat that highlights the level of dominance both players share.
Beyond the BMW Championship, Scheffler’s 2025 season includes victories in two major championships: the PGA Championship and the Open Championship. These wins contribute to his notable streak of 13 consecutive top-10 finishes since March 2025. This surge in form has brought him tantalizingly close to the career grand slam, with only the U.S. Open title remaining to complete that historic achievement.
Financially, Scheffler’s standout performances have resulted in impressive earnings. His official money list total for the year has surpassed $23.9 million, with an additional $3.6 million earned just from the BMW Championship victory itself. Coupled with potential upcoming bonuses, including a possible $10 million prize for defending his FedEx Cup title, Scheffler is on pace for one of the most lucrative seasons in PGA Tour history.
The reactions from the sports world have been swift, with top athletes such as LeBron James and Patrick Mahomes acknowledging Scheffler’s incredible form and dominance on the golf course. These accolades reinforce how Scheffler’s playing style and achievements are increasingly being likened to those of Tiger Woods during his prime.
The 2025 BMW Championship win has not only added a prestigious trophy to Scheffler’s collection but also reaffirmed his place among golf’s elite. As the FedEx Cup Playoffs progress towards the Tour Championship finale, all eyes will remain on Scheffler to see if he can cap off this historic season by claiming the FedEx Cup and potentially setting new records.
With a combination of skill, resilience, and clutch shot-making, Scottie Scheffler’s 2025 campaign is shaping up to be one of the defining stories in modern golf, echoing the Tiger Woods era in both accomplishment and promise.