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Newsweek
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Scottie Scheffler: Where He Ranks All-Time after PGA Championship Win
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Scottie Scheffler entered this week's PGA Championship in search of his third career major championship. Scheffler has already won two Green Jackets, winning the Masters in 2022 and 2024. After not having his best stuff at the Quail Hollow Club the first two rounds, he turned it on Saturday. Scheffler's epic finish, going 5-under over his final five holes, included the daunting 'Green Mile' stretch of 16 through 18. That built him a three-shot lead entering Sunday's final round. Midway through his final 18, Scheffler was struggling. Meanwhile, Jon Rahm had clawed his way back into a tie for the lead. It appeared as though golf fans were going to be treated to a dramatic finish. Instead, Rahm faltered down the stretch while Scheffler went back to work. He ultimately won by five shots, ahead of Bryson DeChambeau, Davis Riley and Harris English. At just 28 years old, Scheffler now has three major titles and is halfway to the career grand slam. But his prowess on the golf course goes well beyond Augusta National and Quail Hollow. So, with this win in his pocket, it had us wondering where he should rank historically? NASSAU, BAHAMAS - DECEMBER 08: Tiger Woods of the United States congratulates Scottie Scheffler of the United States after the final round of the Hero World Challenge 2024 at Albany Golf Course on December 08,... NASSAU, BAHAMAS - DECEMBER 08: Tiger Woods of the United States congratulates Scottie Scheffler of the United States after the final round of the Hero World Challenge 2024 at Albany Golf Course on December 08, 2024 in Nassau, Bahamas. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) More Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Scottie Scheffler Legend Continues to Grow Let's be clear from the start. The arrow is pointing up and he has the chance to go down in history as one of the greatest golfers ever. But right now, it would be blasphemy to even contemplate placing Scheffler anywhere near the top. Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are atop nearly everyone's list. You can pick the order you want. Then there is obviously a host of others that are currently above reproach. Namely, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Bobby Jones, Gary Player, and Seve Ballesteros. There is even another group of golfers that are still undoubtedly a cut above, including Gene Sarazen, Walter Hagen, Tom Watson, Nick Faldo, and even Phil Mickelson. I know, I know, I have Lefty pretty high. But let's not forget that before his controversial move to LIV Golf, Mickelson won six majors and is the oldest to ever win a major. So, that is 13 players that you cannot make a serious argument that Scheffler belongs above, yet. But from there, it is game on. CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 18: Scottie Scheffler of the United States celebrates with the Wanamaker Trophy, wife, Meredith Scheffler, and son, Bennett Scheffler, after winning the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club... CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 18: Scottie Scheffler of the United States celebrates with the Wanamaker Trophy, wife, Meredith Scheffler, and son, Bennett Scheffler, after winning the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 18, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) More Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Scheffler Might Sneak Inside Top 15 Among active players, Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka have five majors. Ernie Els has four. There are others in that area. But when we are at this point in the list, you have to look at much more than just major championships. Consistency is key, and that is where Scheffler excels. The Ridgewood, New Jersey native moved to the top spot in the Official World Golf Rankings exactly two years ago, on May 23, 2023. Since that time, he has remained atop the OWGR for 104 consecutive weeks. Only Tiger Woods has a longer streak in history. Well technically he did it twice, with one stretch lasting 281 weeks and another at 264. But that's Tiger, who is obviously in another stratosphere. Nevertheless, Scheffler's accomplishment stands on its own. Last year, he had one of the most dominant seasons on the PGA Tour anyone has ever seen. He made all 19 cuts on Tour, finishing in the top 10 in 16 of them. Of those, he won seven against stacked fields. AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 14: Scottie Scheffler of the United States celebrates on the 18th green after winning the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 14, 2024 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo... AUGUSTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 14: Scottie Scheffler of the United States celebrates on the 18th green after winning the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 14, 2024 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by) More Getty Images/Andrew Redington He wasn't winning the John Doe championship against unfamiliar competition. He won the Arnold Palmer, the PLAYERS, the Masters, RBC Heritage, and the Memorial. All of those are Signature Events with elite competition. He added an Olympic Gold Medal and the Tour Championship, then topped it off with a victory at Hero World Challenge. That is enough for a player to make a Hall of Fame career on, and he did it in one year. Even the numbers back up his greatness. The previous season, Scheffler averaged 2.614 strokes gained tee-to-green, which ranked second all-time behind Woods' 2006 season (2.982). He is already considered one of the best ball-strikers the game has ever seen. The PGA Tour recently dropped a video of Tiger Woods fawning over Scheffler's game. Game recognizes game. All of this to say that I have Scottie Scheffler sneaking inside my top 15 players of all-time. More Golf: Bryson DeChambeau's 7-Words for Scottie Scheffler at PGA Championship, Revealed
Newsweek
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
TGL Rumors: Tiger Woods' Virtual Golf League to Launch Women's League
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. It has been a month since we heard any TGL (Tomorrow Golf League) news. The Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy founded league had its inaugural season wrap up on March 25th, where Justin Thomas's team, Atlanta Drive, claimed victory and earned $9M for themselves. The first season was a resounding success, drawing in a star-studded crowd, with celebrities like DJ Khaled and Celine Dion in attendance, showering the league with love. The list wasn't limited to just fans and celebrities, though! PGA Tour members and LPGA pros, including the World No. 1, Nelly Korda and Rose Zhang, were spotted hammering their support. NASSAU, BAHAMAS - DECEMBER 03: Tiger Woods of the United States the tournament host speaks to the media during his media conference as a preview for the Hero World Challenge 2024 at Albany Golf Course... NASSAU, BAHAMAS - DECEMBER 03: Tiger Woods of the United States the tournament host speaks to the media during his media conference as a preview for the Hero World Challenge 2024 at Albany Golf Course on December 03, 2024 in Nassau, Bahamas. (Photo by) More Getty Images Interestingly, Zhang, an investor in the Bay Area Golf Club, was also spotted advocating for female golfers' participation in the event along with Arthur Blank. "Potentially, there will be gals involved" in the format, Blank said at one of the TGL's events. And it appears like there is serious traction. According to the Sports Business Journal, in a conversation with the CAA World Congress of Sports, TMRW Sports co-founder and CEO Mike McCarley revealed some key information regarding TGL's future plans. "Nothing has been finalized, but progress has been made on both fronts," McCarley said referencing the addition of a team and a women's specific league. He further expressed that the first step in expansion will be to "start with one [new team] and then it'll grow from there." Meanwhile, Alexis Ohanian, owner of the LA Golf Club, chimed in, sharing that he has been "bugging these guys about the LPGA deal for a minute." The Seven Seven Six founder added, "They have been very interested. It's just these things take time, and I'm not allowed to make any news." McCarley backed Ohanian's statement, further expressing: "There's no secret we're working on that. Alexis has been a great thought leader for us on that, and I think most of our team owners are right behind them in that area, too." Although there's no concrete evidence on whether the TGL has started working on the LPGA deal, the team seems open to expanding it for Nelly Korda and other LPGA players. Adding to the excitement, rumors are circulating that Dallas might be the next city to join the TGL family, with new team owners potentially shelling out around $77 million if the deal goes through. More Golf: PGA Tour Ratings Spike Rarely Seen This Century amid Justin Thomas' Win
Gulf News
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Tiger Woods joins elite field at Seminole Pro-Member
The Seminole Pro-Member offers no Official World Golf Ranking points or televised coverage Last updated: March 03, 2025 | 14:15 1 MIN READ Tiger Woods speaks to the media at a press conference prior to the Hero World Challenge 2024 AFP Tiger Woods is set to make his first appearance of 2025 at the Seminole Pro-Member tournament, an exclusive event held Monday at the prestigious Seminole Golf Club in South Florida. Woods will play alongside former PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh, with their foursome completed by PGA TOUR professional Keegan Bradley and former NBA star Shane Battier. The Seminole Pro-Member is renowned for its elite field, bringing together top professional golfers, celebrities, and influential business figures. Often described as the 'first Major Championship of the year,' the tournament is a highly sought-after invitation for players and members alike. Unlike traditional events on the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, or LIV Golf League, the Seminole Pro-Member offers no Official World Golf Ranking points or televised coverage. The event's allure lies in its exclusivity and the mystique of Seminole Golf Club, an ultra-private venue that rarely opens its doors to the public. Held annually the day after the PGA TOUR's Cognizant Classic in nearby Palm Beach Gardens, the tournament features a better-ball format across 90 pairings, with gross and net leaderboards determining the winners. Last year, PGA Tour member Mackenzie Hughes claimed the gross title alongside partner, Frank Edwards while Erik van Rooyen and John Pinkham secured the net prize at Seminole Golf Club Seminole Golf Club, which made its televised debut in 2020 during the TaylorMade Driving Relief charity event, remains one of the most exclusive venues in golf. The Pro-Member tournament continues to uphold the club's tradition of discretion, ensuring its reputation as a unique and prestigious occasion in the golfing calendar. Sign up for the Daily Briefing Get the latest news and updates straight to your inbox
