Newly-crowned Open champion Scottie Schefflerclaims it is "foolish" to liken him toTiger Woods.
A 28-year-old athlete secured his second major victory of the year following May's US PGA, bringing his total to four, and he is three-quarters of the way through his career.Grand Slam– which he can finish at next year's US Open within the same four-year period as Jack Nicklaus.
Only a 15-time major champion like Woods managed to achieve it in three years.
The rankings keep increasing for the top player in the world, as his 17-under score secured him a four-stroke win atRoyal Portrushbut revealed how effortless his victory was.
On Saturday night, Rory McIlroy, a five-time major champion who achieved the Grand Slam at the Masters in April, remarked that Scheffler was "unstoppable" and his performance is radiating a Woods-like presence.
He has been 111 under par in majors since the start of 2020, 46 shots ahead of any other player, and has successfully converted 54-hole major leads in four out of four attempts (Woods won his first 14). He has also held the world number one ranking for 112 straight weeks.
"I continue to find them somewhat ridiculous," Scheffler remarked regarding the comparison to Woods.
“Tigerwon, what, 15 majors? This is my fourth. I've only reached one-fourth of the way.
I believe Tiger is unique in the world of golf. He served as a source of inspiration for me during my childhood. He was an extremely talented individual, and it was remarkable to witness someone as exceptional as he was in the sport of golf.
I don't concentrate on that sort of thing. That's not what drives me. I'm not inspired by winning titles. I don't start the year and think 'Hey, I want to win a certain number of events, I want to achieve whatever it may be.'
I often think about my dreams and ambitions, but ultimately, what drives me is simply going out and making my dream a reality.
I have the opportunity to play professional golf, and I believe I am destined to do it to the highest level possible.
I don't focus too much on what I can achieve. It's really more about doing the right work and showing up to compete.
I've always given my best when I'm able to focus on the current moment.
On Tuesday, Scheffler held an unexpectedly candid press conference where he confessed that achieving success in golf did not bring him fulfillment, and he values being a devoted husband and father above all else.
As he successfully sank his final putt, it was fitting that he threw his cap into the air, then embraced his wife Meredith and son Bennett, while receiving congratulations from his parents, Scott and Diane.
However, Bennett's 14-month-old delight in the win lasted even less time than his father's, as he cried when taken from his arms, allowing Scheffler to finish the formalities of signing his card.
However, following his victory in the Claret Jug, he felt his remarks were misunderstood and emphasized that he was not showing disrespect towards the sport or trivializing his accomplishments.
"I believe it truly undervalues what I was aiming to express. Perhaps I didn't convey it as effectively as I had hoped," he added.
In the end, I feel a huge sense of appreciation for experiences such as this.
I have dedicated my whole life to mastering this game and playing it professionally. Competing here is one of the most joyful aspects of my life.
To be able to claim victory at The Open Championship in Portrush is an emotion that's truly difficult to put into words.
This is incredible to win the Open Championship, but ultimately, achieving success in life—be it in golf, your career, or anything else—is not what truly satisfies the deepest longings of your heart.
Am I thankful for it? Do I find it enjoyable? Oh, my goodness, yes, this is an amazing sensation.
It's simply hard to explain unless you've experienced it.
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