Who is 'Masters Champ' Scheffler?..."Icon of Humility"

4 Wins in Last 6 Tournaments: 'Lightning Star' Equipped with Power and Precision, Flawless 'Number 1', Practice Enthusiast with Great 'Character'

Scotty Scheffler is cheering immediately after winning the Masters. Augusta, USA - Getty Images / Multibits Photo by Multibits

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] It is the era of Scottie Scheffler (USA), the world No. 1.

On the 11th (Korean time), at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, USA (par 72, 7,510 yards), Scheffler completed a commanding 3-stroke victory (10 under par 278) at the 'Masters,' known as the 'Tournament of Champions' (total prize money $15 million). The winner's prize money is a whopping $2.7 million (33.2 billion KRW). Following his February Phoenix Open win, he swept up 4 victories in his last 6 tournaments, including the Arnold Palmer Invitational and the Dell Technologies Match Play in March. His season earnings have already surpassed $10 million ($10,098,014).

He is within reach of breaking Jordan Spieth's (USA) record for most season earnings ($12,030,465). His growth is so steep that keeping up with him is breath-taking. In short, he is a lightning star. Scheffler was born in 1996 in New Jersey, USA, and moved to Texas at age six. He played golf and basketball in high school and entered the prestigious University of Texas golf program in 2014. 'Golden boy' Spieth is his senior. He won the 2013 US Junior Amateur Championship and was a member of the 2017 Walker Cup team.

He made his first appearance at the US Open in 2016, shooting 69 on the first day, and the following year, he was the top amateur in the same tournament. After turning professional in 2018, he won two times on the Korn Ferry Tour (2nd tier) in 2019, earning Player of the Year honors. He debuted on the PGA Tour in the 2019/2020 season, earning Rookie of the Year with seven top-10 finishes, including three top-3s. However, he had no wins for over two years, which is why he did not attract much attention in the world golf scene.

Scottie Scheffler is smiling brightly while holding the trophy immediately after winning the Masters. Augusta, USA=Getty Images/Multibitz Photo by Multibitz

Last season, he entered the top 10 eight times, including a runner-up finish at the World Golf Championships (WGC) Workday Championship, but did not collect a winner's trophy. This year, he changed dramatically. After his first win at the Phoenix Open, he made a steep surge over 58 days. On the 28th of last month, he claimed the title at the Dell Technologies Match Play and ascended to No. 1. He pushed Jon Rahm (Spain), who held the top spot for 36 weeks since July 2021, down to second place.

Scheffler boasts an impressive physique at 191 cm and 91 kg. His average driving distance is 308 yards (24th), and his greens in regulation rate is 71.26% (6th), showing excellent iron shot accuracy. He averages 1.697 putts per hole (4th), 4.93 birdies per round (3rd), and a scoring average of 69.676 strokes (3rd). Scheffler's strengths are diligence and humility. He is known as a devout Christian who never neglects prayer and Bible reading.

Those around him say, "He has no distractions outside of golf." His ability to hit precise shots despite an unorthodox swing is thanks to his tremendous practice volume. He met his caddie, Ted Scott, at a Bible study group. Scott was the 'special assistant' who helped Bubba Watson (USA) win the Masters in 2012 and 2014. Scheffler still casually hangs out with his high school friends. With the confidence gained from his Masters victory, he is a player to watch for the future.

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