British Open 2025: Xander Schuffele says

Portrush, Northern Ireland – Xander Schauffele thought that on Sunday he needed a “blackout” performance to catch Scottie Scheffler, who continued to retire from the Royal Portrush field.

Despite a third round 66, which moved him into the top 10 in the last major of the year, Schauffele has repeatedly learned how difficult it is when she recognizes the world No. 1 as an commanding leadership. When he was pressed to explain exactly what a “blackout” performance was, he shifted Scheffler.

“Blackout would only be that you are in your own world. For me, when I use the word” blackout “in the Golf, it is as if I only look black when Scottie plays a lot and only do his thing,” said Schuffele, who is at 7 under. “He is only in his own world and nothing will disturb him. He often comes to this place, which is a good thing for him.”

Schauffele added that there are several definitions for “blackout”.

“It is used in different terms. If you drink a few too many when you go to the Harbor Bar, there may be a few thickened boys there,” smiled Schauffele.

When Scheffler continues his blackout performance at Royal Portrush on Sunday, the rest of the field can choose this second definition and go to the Harbor Bar for a few Guinness.