Frustrated Scheffler slams driver, could miss cut at U.S. Open

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PINEHURST, N.C. -- There was nowhere else for Scottie Scheffler to let out his frustration. So after his tee shot on the 18th hole veered out to the left and landed in the native area, Scheffler took his driver and slammed it to the ground. The sound it made was followed by a surprised silence from the Pinehurst galleries. For Scheffler, it wasn't enough. He grabbed his tee and threw it in disgust.

It was that kind of day for the No. 1 player in the world.

After grinding his way to a round of 1-over 71 on Thursday, Scheffler fell victim to Pinehurst No. 2's devilish greens Friday, carding two bogeys, one double bogey and zero birdies (for the…