Scottie Scheffler reveals plans for Ryder Cup earnings amid pay controversy

World No.1 Scottie Scheffler has revealed how he plans to use the funds he'll earn from this week's Ryder Cup. Scheffler will feature in Team USA, captained by Keegan Bradley, as they attempt to regain the trophy following their defeat in Rome in 2023.

This year, the Ryder Cup has introduced alterations to the prize money distribution compared to earlier tournaments. Team USA members will each receive a share of the $500,000 (£370,000) allocated for participation in the 2025 edition.

From this sum, $300,000 (£220,000) has already been earmarked for charitable causes, reports The Mirror. The remaining $200,000 (£150,000) will be distributed among each player and captain Bradley, allowing them complete discretion over its use.

When questioned about the change, Scheffler confirmed he would donate his portion to charity. "My wife and I like to do a lot of stuff in our local community and I've never been one to announce what we do," said Scheffler in his pre-tournament press conference.

"I don't like to give charitable dollars for some kind of recognition. We have something planned for the money that we'll be receiving. I think it's a really cool thing that the PGA of America has empowered us to do.

"I have a deep passion for the city of Dallas, I have a deep passion for the organisations that we support at home, and I'm excited to be able to take this money and be able to do some good in our local community."

Luke Donald, Team Europe captain, has already confirmed this week that his team will not be paid for their participation in this year's Ryder Cup. Donald also explained why Team Europe have chosen not to be paid despite the change.

"[The Ryder Cup] is not about prize money or ranking points. It's about pride, it's about representing your flag, your shirt and the legacy you leave behind," Donald said during his seech during the Ryder Cup opening ceremony on Wednesday.

"We are fuelled by something money can't buy - purpose, brotherhood and a responsibility to honour those who came before us, while inspiring those whose time is yet to come," Donald added.