US Open favorite Scottie Scheffler reveals sports bettors prompted decision to delete Venmo

Scottie Scheffler might be the overwhelming favorite heading into the U.S. Open this weekend, according to Vegas – but it's not something the newly crowned PGA Championship winner particularly enjoys. 

Speaking to reporters at Oakmont on Tuesday, Scheffler was asked about the betting odds and if he ever hears from fans with a "financial investment" in his performance. Unsurprisingly, he said most golfers hear from fans regardless. 

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But what Scheffler did reveal that was shocking was that he was forced to delete a popular payment cash app after fans stumbled across it. 

"I think everybody hears from fans whether they have a finan...