Scottie Scheffler is the number one golfer in the world and the current Masters Tournament champion. However, he recently achieved another important achievement: becoming a father.
After answering questions last month about whether he planned to retire from the Mater if his wife Meredith went into labor, the Schefflers welcomed their son into the world last week. “Welcome to the world little one. Your mom and dad love you so much,” Scheffler wrote on social media.
Scheffler arrived in Kentucky this week as he begins his quest for his first PGA Championship.
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Scottie Scheffler of the United States and tournament host Tiger Woods, left, pose with the trophy after winning the final round of the Hero World Challenge at Albany Golf Course on December 3, 2023 in Nassau, Bahamas. (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Scheffler's status for the tournament was in doubt due to his wife's pregnancy, but now that a healthy baby has arrived, top-ranked golfer Bennett appears ready to return to competition.
The 27-year-old also gets parenting advice from some of his colleagues.
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Max Homa has six victories on the PGA Tour and shares a son with his wife Lacey. Homa advised Scheffler to treat his wife well and manage his time as best he could.
“Man, be very kind to your wife,” Homa said. “Find something you're good at, that you can help out as best you can. Watch your back. Dad's back is a real thing. But I think, I mean, I'm sure he'll give me advice soon because he's very good at it.” everything. He's just very good with your time.”
Max Homa, left, and Scottie Scheffler walk the 7th hole during the first round of the US Open golf tournament at Los Angeles Country Club in Los Angeles on June 15, 2023. (Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports)
Homa also talked about some of the things he found he excelled at as a father.
“Well, now things have become different,” Homa told reporters. “You have to do everything. But in the beginning, I'm pretty good with diapers. I don't care. So, yeah, if there was ever a replacement, if there ever was, we were crashing.” As to who would be next, I would choose that one. He was never good at wrapping. That one killed me, but now we're a year and a half in, so it's total chaos, so my thing is just. I'm the relief pitcher. “I come home after practice and it's just my turn, so I do my best to relieve my wife as best I can.”
Tiger Woods, winner of 15 majors, suggested that the new father rest as much as possible.
“Get some sleep,” Woods said when asked if he had any advice for Scheffler.
Scottie Scheffler of the United States poses with the PLAYERS Championship trophy and his wife Meredith after winning on the 18th hole for his second consecutive victory at THE PLAYERS Championship during the final round on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass on March 17, 2024. in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. (Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
“I mean, obviously he's got him and Meredith, fantastic, having their first time, and those are, like all of us who've had kids, those are tough years and they're ahead of them. Like I said, try to get some rest as much as possible.” as soon as possible. He's the number one player in the world, and having a great, stable family life at home is important to having a great life here on Tour.”
Jordan Spieth, a three-time major winner, said he doesn't mind giving Scheffler some advice if he asks, but he also acknowledged that being a father is a unique journey.
Jordan Spieth, left, and Scottie Scheffler, center, walk to the green on the second hole during the first round of the RBC Heritage at Harbor Town Golf Links on April 18, 2024 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. (Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
“Everyone likes to parent in different ways. I think probably the number one piece of advice you would say is don't tell anyone how to parent because everyone does it differently and it's… I'm glad it's all there.” went well and [Scottie and Meredith are] “He is very well at home and will be able to be here this week.”
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The 2024 PGA Championship begins May 16. Woods is scheduled to tee off Thursday morning at 8:04 a.m. ET on the 10th tee at Valhalla Country Club in Louisville. He will be paired with Adam Scott and Keegan Bradley.
Meanwhile, Scheffler will be paired with Wyndham Clark and reigning Open champion Brain Harman at 2:13 p.m. from the first tee on Thursday.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler will face reigning US Open champion Wyndham Clark and reigning Open champion Brian Harman at 2:13 pm from the first tee.
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