Scottie Scheffler’s caddie issues grovelling public apology to Team Europe vice-captain as Ryder Cup altercation goes viral

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Scottie Scheffler’s caddie has apologized after tensions boiled over on Day 2 of the Ryder Cup.Much had been made about the raucous crowd at Bethpage Black, but as Saturday’s four-balls unfolded, it was the players and their loopers involved in an unpleasant flashpoint.Scheffler’s caddie Scott was involved in a viral Ryder Cup incident with Team EuropeGettyJustin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood secured a 3&2 win over Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau in the second match of the afternoon, but their impressive performance was overshadowed by an argument on the 15th green.As he lined up a crucial putt, Team Europe star Rose was seen asking DeChambeau’s caddie, Gregory Bodine, to move away.He holed the birdie putt, before DeChambeau fired back with a birdie of his own to extend the match.The American and his caddie then exchange words with Rose and Fleetwood as the teams walked off the green and up to the 16th tee box, with Scheffler’s caddie Ted Scott also getting involved.He was seen arguing with European vice-captain Francesco Molinari, and cut an angry figure as he shouted at the Italian.Fleetwood’s caddie, Ian Finnis, played peacemaker as they put their bags on the tee box, and the two pairs went on to complete the 16th hole.The incident became a major talking point on Day 2 of the 2025 Ryder Cup, which has seen Europe run away with a 11½ – 4½ lead.Ahead of Sunday’s play, Scott issued a public apology to Molinari for the bust up.Scheffler’s caddie sorry for ‘heated moment’ on Day 2“This guy right here has always been a very sweet spirited man,” Scott said, standing arm in arm with Molinari in an Instagram video.“We had a heated moment yesterday but what people don’t realise is that by the time we got to the 16th tee, it was over.DeChambeau and Fleetwood exchanged words during Saturday’s Ryder Cup actionGettyThe American star was clearly upset, and Scheffler’s caddie then got involvedGettyScott has since apologised for the incident in a video shared on social mediaGetty“Neither one of us want to make the competition about us.“We want to let the players go out there and do their thing. “Obviously, Team Europe is kicking our butts, and hopefully today we can make it a little more equal.“Ultimately I just want to spread love and joy, it’s a great competition, it’s great fun.“I just want to say I’m sorry and I appreciate you.”Molinari then added that he has ‘huge admiration’ for the world No.1’s caddie, and the video ended with both men smiling.Scott’s apology soon went viral and was described by fans as a ‘hostage’ videoInstagram: jtedscottFans, however, were quick to joke that Scott’s Instagram post was less of an apology, and more of a ‘hostage’ video.Scott’s apology causes social media stir“Ted holding Francesco hostage was not on my Ryder Cup bingo card,” one joked on X.“Francesco, blink twice if you need help,” another said.“I thought Francesco was a cardboard cutout until he moved,” a third wrote.Scheffler and the US will be hoping to stage a Sunday fightback in the Ryder CupGetty“Molinari looks like he’s being held hostage,” a fourth claimed.Regardless of how awkward Scott’s apology video looks, it seems both teams have put Saturday’s flashpoint behind them.The Americans will now be looking to close the gap to their European rivals when the singles matches get under way on the final day of Ryder Cup action.