The World Number One made headlines with his profound pre-tournament press conference.
Scottie Scheffler and wife Meredith
World Number One Scottie Scheffler made headlines with his profound press conference in the build up to the Open Championship as he questioned his desire to win golf tournaments.
The typically unflappable American proved in Portrush why he is the world number one as he toyed with the field throughout. A win at Portrush brings his major count to four and just one victory away from the Career Grand Slam.
Scheffler is putting up stats and winning margins similar to a prime Tiger Woods.
His long-term partner and supportive family have been by his side. Here is everything you need to know about Scottie Scheffler’s private life.
Where is he from and who are his parents?
Born in New Jersey in 1996, Scottie’s parents, Diane and Scott, played a big role in his golf success.
Scott was a stay-at-home father and helped taxi him from tournament to tournament while Diane worked at various law firms and established herself in a highly successful career. The pair were married in 1994 and have four 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren, including the world’s top golfer.
Scheffler has credited his family for his success due to their support and their ability to keep him grounded.
Who is his wife, and do they have 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren?
Also by Scottie’s side is his loyal wife Meredith. Through all the fame, riches, and success, Scheffler has never wavered from his long-term partner.
The pair met in high school, made things work while going to college, and endured a long-distance relationship.
On the verge of becoming one of the best players in the world, Scheffler popped the question in 2020, with the pair tying the knot in December of that year.
The couple are now parents as they welcomed first-𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 Bennett to the Scheffler family in 2024 and his arrival created much dramawith Scottie divulging that Meredith could go into labour at any point during the 2024 Masters. Thankfully for Scottie, Bennett decided to wait a few more days while his Dad cruised to victory to earn his second green jacket.
Scottie and Meredith Scheffler with their son Bennett