India, Aug. 14 -- Scottie Scheffler's regular caddie, Ted Scott, has been missing for some time. Michael Cromie has filled in for Scott, partnering with the World No. 1 at the BMW Championship at the Caves Valley Golf Club. On Thursday, Scheffler offered a rare update on his regular caddie's absence during a press conference ahead of the Tour Championship, quelling swirling rumors about the veteran's status.

Scott, who has been Scheffler's trusted partner since late 2021 and was instrumental in 17 PGA Tour wins, including two Masters titles, has been absent since the final round of the St Jude Championship on August 10 due to a family emergency.

Scheffler confirmed that Scott remains in Louisiana, tending to the matter.

"Ted's where he...