Scottie Scheffler solves Open fart mystery as golf star unmasks culprit

Scottie Scheffler has cleared up one element of his victory at The Open which was as mysterious as it was hilarious. Sky Sports commentators were caught completely by surprise during the opening round when on-course microphones picked up someone breaking wind shortly after Scheffler had struck a wedge shot towards the 17th green.

Scheffler was already amongst the leaders as he approached the end of his first 18 holes last Thursday, and despite finding the rough off the tee he had created a decent opportunity to stick one close and leave himself a chance for birdie.

One thing fans and pundits noted about Scheffler throughout his run to victory at Royal Portrush was just how relaxed he was over the course of the tournament. He may have been a little too relaxed on this occasion, as shortly after the ball went airborne, a clearly audible fart was let out.

Many assumed that a fan was the culprit, but Scheffler has now admitted on the podcast that he was the guilty party all along. "Yeah, that was me," he said. When the hosts asked if he was serious, Scheffler confirmed: "Oh yeah, that was me!"

The unexpected flatulence got a great reaction from the Sky Sports commentary box. Andrew Cotter said: "So much to say about that shot. The sound off the club face was extraordinary! Let's stick to the golf." Ken Brown then delivered the brilliant line: "Just a little bit of wind from behind just helps it ease down the green."

That comical moment was just a footnote in a dominant four-shot victory for Scheffler, who has now won three out of the four majors and only has the US Open remaining to complete the Career Grand Slam.

Leading into the Championship, Scheffler raised eyebrows by explaining that his huge number of tournament victories does not completely fulfil him. And he elaborated on that after picking up the Claret Jug.

"Am I grateful for it? Do I enjoy it? Oh my gosh yes, this is a cool feeling," he said. "I can't wait to get home and celebrate this Championship with the people that have helped me along the way.

"But at the end of the day, it doesn't fulfil the deepest desires of my heart. I don't know why I'm so lucky that I get to live out my dreams, but it's something I'm very grateful for."