Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 golfer, always approaches each tournament with a fresh mindset, starting at even par regardless of his previous successes. However, the 28-year-old admitted ahead of the PGA Championship that he does carry momentum from his recent victories.
Scheffler acknowledged that it would be "silly" to deny the role that positive momentum plays, especially after his dominant win at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in May, where he clinched his 14th PGA Tour title by an impressive eight-stroke margin.
His victory at the CJ Cup was a remarkable one, as he tied the PGA Tour record for the lowest 72-hole score with a 31-under 253. Scheffler recognized that there’s a balance between staying present and riding the wave of a good performance.
While he works to keep each week a fresh challenge, he also understands the value of maintaining confidence from past success. Reflecting on the progress of his game, he feels in a strong position heading into the PGA Championship and noted how hard work had paid off in achieving the recent results.
Scheffler’s journey to the top has not been without challenges. After a hand injury slowed his 2025 start, he has managed six top-10 finishes and currently sits fourth in the FedEx Cup standings. Despite his current success, Scheffler recalled a quieter beginning to his career, as he flew under the radar compared to contemporaries like Viktor Hovland and Collin Morikawa.
He admitted that each win still carries a sense of accomplishment, as it serves as a reminder of how difficult it is to succeed at the highest level.
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