“I will never play golf again if this man is not convicted in the upcoming trial…” Scottie Scheffler shocked the golf world with his statement demanding justice for Andy Cohen

Dallas, Texas, December 19, 2025 – In a surprise press conference at a private golf club in Texas, Scottie Scheffler – the world’s No. 1 golfer and symbol of composure on the course – left everyone speechless by making an unprecedented, powerful statement.

With a steady voice and clenched fists, Scheffler declared: “I will never play golf again if this man is not convicted in the upcoming trial…” 

The man Scheffler mentioned is Andy Cohen, the famous TV host and producer of Bravo.

Scheffler accused Cohen of causing “serious damage to his image and mental health” through a series of allegedly slanderous and irresponsible comments on live television.

It all started with an interview on Cohen’s “Watch What Happens Live” a few weeks ago.

When the topic turned to golf and conservative stars, Cohen suddenly mentioned Scheffler: “We all know some golfers like Scottie Scheffler, with his strong Christian faith and quiet political stance, but is he avoiding social responsibility? It’s hypocrisy to benefit from the system but not speak up.”

This comment was quickly considered a personal attack by the golf community, especially since Scheffler has never publicly expressed his extreme political stance.

Scheffler, known for his private lifestyle focusing on family and faith, said that Cohen’s words were not only untrue but also seriously damaged his honor and mental health.

“This is not just a personal outburst,” Scheffler said at the press conference, his voice shaking with emotion. “This is a strong call for respect and truth in journalism.

Andy Cohen has crossed the line, and without justice, I’m ready to give up everything – including golf, the thing I love more than anything other than my family.”

This statement is not empty talk. Scheffler emphasized that he has filed a lawsuit against Cohen for defamation and moral injury, with a trial scheduled for early 2026 in Texas federal court.

Scheffler’s legal team, led by one of the leading personal honor lawyers, claims to have solid evidence: clips, evidence from witnesses and analysis of the impact on the golfer’s health.

The reaction from the golf world and the public was a huge wave of solidarity. The hashtags #JusticeForScottie and #StandWithScheffler quickly climbed to the top of global trends on X, with millions of interactions.

Rory McIlroy, Scheffler’s close rival, posted immediately: “Scottie is the best man I know. He does not deserve these attacks. We stand with him 100%.”

Tiger Woods, golf legend, shares a short but powerful message: “Respect the game, respect the man. Justice must be served.”

Other stars also spoke up. Jon Rahm tweeted: “Scottie is an example for all of us. If he says he will quit golf, the whole golf industry will lose a part of its soul.”

Justin Thomas, Scheffler’s close friend, posted an Instagram story with a picture of the two embracing: “Brothers forever. We will get through it.”

American fans and the entire golf world flocked to social networks with personal stories of how Scheffler inspired: from his steadfast faith and exemplary family lifestyle to his humility despite dominating the rankings.

“Scottie is not just the best golfer in the world, he is the best,” one fan wrote, receiving hundreds of thousands of likes. Many people called this “the greatest moment of solidarity in golf since the Ryder Cup”.

Andy Cohen’s side has not yet given an official response, but internal sources said he is “very worried” and the legal team is preparing to respond.

Some of Cohen’s colleagues on Bravo remained silent, while a segment of the left-wing media tried to downplay the incident, calling it “just talk show opinion.”

But for Scheffler, this is not a matter of politics or opinion – this is a matter of honor. At age 29, with two Masters green shirts and a series of major victories, Scheffler could easily be overlooked.

But he chose to stand up, not for money or fame, but for “truth and respect”.

If the trial doesn’t bring justice, will Scheffler really hang up the cane? No one knows for sure, but his statement sent a strong message: In a world full of drama and fake news, there are still people willing to sacrifice everything for principles.

The world of golf is waiting. And millions of fans are praying for justice – not just for Scottie, but for everyone harmed by irresponsible speech.

This is not just a golfer’s story. This is a story about dignity, faith and the power of unity.