History of Scottie Scheffler in Timeline

Scottie Scheffler is a highly accomplished American professional golfer currently ranked world number one. He competes on the PGA Tour and has held the top ranking for over 175 weeks throughout his career. Scheffler's achievements include winning four major championships, solidifying his status as a dominant force in the world of golf.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1909: John Henry Taylor's Record

In 1909, John Henry Taylor set a record that Scheffler matched in 2025 by winning his first four majors by three strokes or more.

1942: Masters Data Recording

In 2026, Scheffler became the first player to avoid making a bogey in the final two rounds at the Masters since hole-by-hole data began to be recorded in 1942.

1950: PGA Tour Milestone

Since 1950, only Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods have won at least 15 PGA Tour tournaments before the age of 29, a feat Scheffler matched in 2025.

1953: Ben Hogan's Multiple Major Wins

In 1953, Ben Hogan won multiple majors by four or more strokes in a single year.

1960: Arnold Palmer's Season

In 1960, Arnold Palmer had a season with many events, including the Masters. Scottie Scheffler, in 2022, was only the second ever to win as many events including the Masters in that span of time to begin a season.

1960: PGA Tour Season Wins

Since 1960, only Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer have won at least six times on the PGA Tour in consecutive seasons, a feat Scheffler matched in 2025.

1962: Arnold Palmer's PGA Tour Season

In 1962, Arnold Palmer achieved a milestone on the PGA Tour before July.

1964: Billy Casper's Top-10 Finishes

In 1964, Billy Casper recorded 17 consecutive top-10 finishes.

1980: Tom Watson's PGA Tour Season

In 1980, Tom Watson achieved a milestone on the PGA Tour before the U.S. Open.

1986: Official World Golf Ranking

Since the start of the Official World Golf Ranking in 1986, Scheffler joined Tiger Woods as the only two players to win the Open Championship while ranked world number one.

1991: Ian Woosnam Wins Masters

In 1991, Ian Woosnam won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

1992: Fred Couples Wins Masters

In 1992, Fred Couples won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

June 21, 1996: Scottie Scheffler Born

On June 21, 1996, Scott Alexander Scheffler was born. He would later become a professional golfer on the PGA Tour and achieve the world number one ranking.

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1996: Release of "Happy Gilmore" in 1996

The film Happy Gilmore was released in 1996. Scheffler made a cameo appearance in its sequel in 2025.

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1997: Justin Leonard's Open Championship victory

In 1997, Justin Leonard won the Open Championship. Randy Smith, who later became Scheffler's instructor, had coached Leonard to this victory.

2000: Tiger Woods' Multiple Major Wins

In 2000, Tiger Woods won multiple majors by four or more strokes in a single year.

2001: Tiger Woods Wins Masters

In 2001, Tiger Woods won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

2002: Tiger Woods Wins Masters

In 2002, Tiger Woods won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

2003: Strokes Gained Data Recording

In 2003, strokes gained data began to be recorded.

2004: Vijay Singh's Deutsche Bank Championship Tee-to-Green Performance in 2004

At the 2004 Deutsche Bank Championship, Vijay Singh gained 21.1 strokes tee-to-green. This is mentioned as a comparison to Scheffler's performance at the 2023 Memorial Tournament.

2005: Tiger Woods' Jack Nicklaus Award

In 2005, Tiger Woods earned the Jack Nicklaus Award.

2006: Stephen Ames' The Players Championship Victory

In 2006, Stephen Ames won The Players Championship by six strokes, the largest margin of victory in the tournament before Scheffler's win in 2023.

2006: Tiger Woods' Strokes Gained

In 2006, Tiger Woods' strokes gained were 2.982, a record.

2006: Founding of Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation in 2006

In 2006, the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation was originally founded as a fundraiser for Scheffler's childhood friend James Ragan, who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma.

2007: Tiger Woods' Jack Nicklaus Award

In 2007, Tiger Woods earned the Jack Nicklaus Award.

2007: Tiger Woods' Seven-Win Season

In 2007, Tiger Woods had a seven-win season on the PGA Tour.

2009: Tiger Woods' PGA Tour Season

In 2009, Tiger Woods achieved a milestone on the PGA Tour.

2012: Rory McIlroy's PGA Championship Win

In 2012, Rory McIlroy won the PGA Championship by eight strokes.

2012: First Individual State Title

In 2012, Scottie Scheffler won his first individual state title at Highland Park High School, initiating a three-year streak.

2012: Scheffler's 2012 GMC Yukon

Scheffler auctioned off the 2012 GMC Yukon which he had driven since turning professional in 2018. The auction was won by Jim Nantz, with a bid of $50,000 in 2024.

2013: U.S. Junior Amateur Victory

In 2013, Scottie Scheffler defeated Davis Riley 3 and 2 to win the U.S. Junior Amateur.

April 2014: Junior Invitational at Sage Valley

In April 2014, Scottie Scheffler won the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley, further solidifying his status as the top-ranked junior golfer.

May 2014: PGA Tour Debut at HP Byron Nelson Championship

In May 2014, Scottie Scheffler made his PGA Tour debut as an amateur at the HP Byron Nelson Championship, making the cut and finishing in a tie for 22nd place.

2014: College Golf at the University of Texas

In the fall of 2014, Scottie Scheffler began playing golf for the Texas Longhorns at the University of Texas at Austin.

2014: Death of James Ragan in 2014

James Ragan, Scheffler's childhood friend who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2006, passed away in 2014.

April 2015: Western Intercollegiate Title

In April 2015, Scottie Scheffler won his first individual collegiate title at the Western Intercollegiate, held at Pasatiempo Golf Club.

2015: Bubba Watson's Tournament Record

In 2015, Bubba Watson set the tournament record at Albany Golf Course, which Scheffler tied in December 2024.

June 2016: First U.S. Open Qualification

In June 2016, Scottie Scheffler qualified for his first U.S. Open, briefly holding the overnight lead before missing the cut.

2017: Low Amateur at U.S. Open

In 2017, Scottie Scheffler achieved low-amateur honors at the U.S. Open, showcasing his talent on a major stage.

2017: U.S. Open and Walker Cup Success

In 2017, Scottie Scheffler qualified for the U.S. Open and finished as low amateur. He was also part of the U.S. team that won the Walker Cup.

December 2018: Earned Web.com Tour Card

In December 2018, Scottie Scheffler earned his 2019 Web.com Tour card through qualifying school, securing his playing status.

2018: Rory McIlroy's Bay Hill score

In 2018, Rory McIlroy recorded the lowest score at Bay Hill.

2018: Graduation and Turning Professional

In 2018, Scottie Scheffler graduated from the University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School of Business and turned professional in spring.

2018: Turned Professional

In 2018, Scottie Scheffler transitioned into professional golf, marking a new phase in his career.

2018: Scheffler turns professional in 2018

Scottie Scheffler turned professional in 2018 and started driving his 2012 GMC Yukon which was later auctioned for the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation in 2024.

May 5, 2019: Nashville Golf Open Playoff Loss

On May 5, 2019, Scottie Scheffler tied for first at the Nashville Golf Open but lost in a playoff to Robby Shelton.

August 18, 2019: Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship Win

On August 18, 2019, Scottie Scheffler won the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship in Columbus, Ohio, securing a two-shot victory.

2019: Scheffler's Donation to Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation in 2019

In 2019, Scottie Scheffler donated $50,000 to the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation and partnered with Mecklin Ragan to create a golf program for pediatric cancer patients.

2019: Web.com Tour Card

In 2019, Scottie Scheffler played on the Web.com Tour after earning his tour card in December 2018.

2019: Korn Ferry Tour Player of the Year

In 2019, Scottie Scheffler was recognized as the Korn Ferry Tour Player of the Year, acknowledging his outstanding performance on the tour.

2019: PGA Tour Rookie of the Year

Scottie Scheffler was named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year for the 2019–2020 season.

April 2020: Maridoe Samaritan Fund Invitational Win

In April 2020, during the PGA Tour suspension due to COVID-19, Scottie Scheffler won the Maridoe Samaritan Fund Invitational, donating $9,000 to the caddie fund.

August 2020: Top-10 Finish at PGA Championship and Record-Tying Round

In August 2020, Scottie Scheffler finished tied for fourth at the 2020 PGA Championship, his first top-10 finish at a major, and shot a 12-under 59 at The Northern Trust, tying for the second-lowest round in PGA Tour history.

September 2020: Tour Championship Qualification and Finish

In September 2020, Scottie Scheffler qualified for the Tour Championship and finished fifth, receiving a $2.5 million payout.

2020: Dustin Johnson Wins Masters

In 2020, Dustin Johnson won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

2020: PGA Tour Card

In 2020, Scottie Scheffler earned a fully exempt PGA Tour card for the season after leading the Korn Ferry Tour Finals points list and overall points list in 2019.

2020: Scheffler's Marriage to Meredith Scudder in 2020

In 2020, Scottie Scheffler married Meredith (née Scudder) at Arlington Hall in Dallas.

2020: PGA Tour Rookie of the Year

In 2020, Scottie Scheffler was named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year, highlighting his successful entry into the PGA Tour.

2020: Third Place Finish at The American Express

In 2020, at his first start of the year, Scottie Scheffler finished third at The American Express, three shots behind Andrew Landry.

2020: Scheffler Not a PGA Tour Member Until 2020

Scheffler was not a PGA Tour member until 2020, so he was not listed on the money list while playing as a non-member.

2020: Results not in chronological order in 2020

The results were not in chronological order in 2020.

September 2021: Ryder Cup Selection and Victory

In September 2021, Scottie Scheffler was selected for the U.S. team in the 2021 Ryder Cup and contributed to the team's victory, winning his Sunday singles match.

2021: Consistent Major Performances

In 2021, Scottie Scheffler posted top-10 finishes at each of the three other majors after tying for 18th at the Masters Tournament.

2021: Runner-Up Finish at WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play

In March 2021, Scottie Scheffler finished as runner-up at the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play, losing to Billy Horschel in the final.

February 13, 2022: First PGA Tour Title at WM Phoenix Open

On February 13, 2022, Scottie Scheffler won his first PGA Tour title at the WM Phoenix Open after a playoff against Patrick Cantlay.

April 10, 2022: Masters Tournament Victory

On April 10, 2022, Scottie Scheffler won the Masters Tournament, becoming the fifth golfer to win the Masters while ranked No. 1 in the world.

April 27, 2022: Scheffler Throws First Pitch at Texas Rangers Game on April 27, 2022

On April 27, 2022, after winning his first Masters, Scottie Scheffler was invited to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Globe Life Field before the Texas Rangers–Houston Astros game. He wore his green jacket for the occasion.

May 29, 2022: Charles Schwab Challenge Playoff Loss

On May 29, 2022, Scottie Scheffler lost the Charles Schwab Challenge in a playoff to Sam Burns.

September 2022: PGA Tour Player of the Year

In September 2022, Scottie Scheffler was named the 2022 PGA Tour Player of the Year, receiving the Jack Nicklaus Award.

2022: Scheffler's Membership at Park Cities Presbyterian Church in 2022

As of 2022, Scottie Scheffler is a member of Park Cities Presbyterian Church. He also attends Bible study with his caddie, Ted Scott.

2022: Scheffler's Strokes Gained

During the 2022 PGA Tour season, Scheffler averaged 2.614 strokes gained tee-to-green per round.

2022: Breakthrough Season

In 2022, Scottie Scheffler had a breakout season, marked by his first PGA Tour victory, rise to world number one, and first major championship at the Masters Tournament.

2022: Tour Championship Performance

In 2022, Scottie Scheffler lost the Tour Championship by one stroke to Rory McIlroy despite starting with a two-stroke lead and extending it to six strokes after 54 holes.

2022: Presidents Cup Participation

In 2022, Scottie Scheffler qualified for the U.S. team at the Presidents Cup and lost three of the four matches he played, tying the other.

2022: Importance of Q-School Par Save

In 2022, Scottie Scheffler reflected on the importance of the par save at Q-School in December 2018, describing it as the most important par save of his career.

2022: Discontinuation of Championship and Invitational from 2022

The Championship and Invitational were discontinued from 2022.

February 2023: Scheffler Appears in Full Swing Documentary in February 2023

In February 2023, Scottie Scheffler appeared in the sports documentary series Full Swing, which premiered on Netflix.

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February 2023: WM Phoenix Open Title Defense

In February 2023, Scottie Scheffler successfully defended his title at the WM Phoenix Open, returning to number one in the Official World Golf Ranking.

August 2023: Scheffler Invests in Pickleball Team in August 2023

In August 2023, Scottie Scheffler became an investor in the Texas Ranchers, a pickleball team. Later that year, he participated in an exhibition match.

2023: Scheffler Attends World Series Game 1 in 2023

In 2023, Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth attended Game 1 of the World Series, supporting the Texas Rangers against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2023: Strong Performances at Majors

In 2023, Scottie Scheffler finished tied-10th at the Masters Tournament in April, tied for 2nd at the PGA Championship in May, and finished 3rd at the U.S. Open in June.

2023: The Players Championship Victory

In 2023, Scottie Scheffler won The Players Championship, continuing his success on the PGA Tour.

2023: Ryder Cup

In September 2023, Scheffler participated in the Ryder Cup representing the U.S. team, which lost to the European team. Scheffler's individual record was 0-2-2, including a tie in his singles match. He also experienced the biggest defeat in an 18-hole Ryder Cup match.

2023: Discontinuation of Champions from 2023

The Champions was discontinued from 2023.

March 2024: Scheffler Switches to Mallet Putter and Gains Victory

In March 2024, Scottie Scheffler switched to a mallet putter ahead of the Arnold Palmer Invitational. This change led to him gaining over 4 strokes putting and securing a victory. He also putted well during his win at the Players Championship the following week.

May 17, 2024: Scheffler's Arrest Near Valhalla Golf Club on May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, Scottie Scheffler was arrested at 6:20 a.m. near Valhalla Golf Club, the venue of the 2024 PGA Championship. He was charged with multiple offenses but released on his own recognizance at 8:40 a.m. The charges were later dropped on May 29, 2024.

September 2024: Scheffler Becomes Sole Owner of Fishing Team in September 2024

In September 2024, Scottie Scheffler became the sole owner of the Texas Lone Stars Angling Club, a team in the Sport Fishing Championship.

December 2024: Hero World Challenge and The Match

In December 2024, Scheffler won the Hero World Challenge for the second consecutive year, tying the tournament record. He was also named 2024 PGA Tour Player of the Year. Later in December, Scheffler and Rory McIlroy won The Match against Brooks Koepka and Bryson Dechambeau.

December 2024: Scheffler Adopts Claw-Style Putting Grip

In December 2024, Scottie Scheffler began using a claw-style grip to improve his short-range putting, while retaining a conventional grip for lag putting.

2024: Coaching and Footwork

As of 2024, Scheffler has been coached by Randy Smith since the age of seven. His unconventional footwork, dubbed the "Scheffler shuffle", involves a sliding motion in his back foot.

2024: Driving Accuracy

In 2024, Scheffler ranked first on the PGA Tour in distance from the edge of the fairway when missing the fairway, at just 18 feet (5.5 m).

2024: FedEx Cup Title

In 2024, Scheffler won the FedEx Cup title at the Tour Championship, finishing at 30-under-par. He also recorded a seven-win season on the PGA Tour and earned $25 million in bonus prize money.

2024: Birth of Scheffler's Son, Bennett, in 2024

In 2024, Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith welcomed their first child, a son named Bennett.

2024: Scheffler Auctions GMC Yukon for Charity in 2024

In 2024, Scottie Scheffler auctioned off his 2012 GMC Yukon at a fundraiser for the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation. The auction was won by Jim Nantz with a bid of $50,000.

2024: Continued Success in 2024

In 2024, Scottie Scheffler continued his success by winning The Players Championship for the second year in a row, the Masters Tournament, and winning a gold medal at the Summer Olympics.

2024: Scottie Scheffler's Approach Play in 2024

In 2024, Scottie Scheffler led the PGA Tour in approach play, gaining an average of 1.269 strokes per round. A Golf Digest analysis of 1,353 shots from his 2024 season showed that he strategically aimed for wider portions of the green, prioritizing "green zones" to avoid short-sided chips.

2024: Tiger Woods on Scheffler's Ballstriking

In 2024, Tiger Woods praised Scheffler's ballstriking ability, highlighting his potential for success based on his putting performance.

2024: PGA Championship and Arrest

In 2024, at the PGA Championship, Scheffler opened with a 67 and was arrested on Friday morning due to a traffic incident but was released to shoot a 66. He broke his streak of consecutive rounds of par-or-better with a 73 in the third round and finished tied for 8th. He then finished runner-up at the Charles Schwab Challenge.

2024: Olympic Gold Medal

In August 2024, Scheffler represented the United States at the Olympic golf tournament in Paris and won the gold medal, tying the course record with a final-round 62.

2025: Injury and Season Start

In 2025, Scheffler missed the start of the season due to a hand injury from a Christmas dinner accident, requiring surgery. He later tied for 20th at the Players Championship, finished runner-up at the Houston Open, and placed solo-fourth at the Masters Tournament.

2025: Major Championship Wins in 2025

In 2025, Scottie Scheffler added to his major championship tally by winning the PGA Championship and the Open Championship.

2025: Scheffler on Priorities and Golf's Impact on Family in 2025

In 2025, Scottie Scheffler expressed that being a professional golfer was "not a fulfilling life" and stated he would prioritize his faith and family over golf if it began to negatively impact his family life.

2025: Scheffler's Cameo in "Happy Gilmore 2" in 2025

In 2025, Scottie Scheffler made a cameo appearance in the film Happy Gilmore 2, a sequel to the 1996 film Happy Gilmore.

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2025: BMW Championship, Procore Championship and Ryder Cup

In August 2025, Scheffler won the BMW Championship. In September 2025, he won the Procore Championship and represented the United States at the Ryder Cup, where he had a 1–4–0 record.

2025: Open Championship Victory

In July 2025, Scheffler won the Open Championship, securing his fourth major championship and the third leg of the career grand slam.

2025: Memorial Tournament Victory and U.S. Open Finish

In June 2025, Scheffler defended his title at the Memorial Tournament and finished tied-7th at the U.S. Open.

2025: First Victory of the Season and PGA Championship

In May 2025, Scheffler won the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, tying the PGA Tour scoring record. He then won the PGA Championship, marking his third major championship title with a significant margin of victory.

2025: Scheffler Attends NHL Western Conference Final Game 1 in 2025

Three days after winning the 2025 PGA Championship, Scottie Scheffler attended Game 1 of the 2025 NHL Western Conference Final between the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers.

April 27, 2026: Data as of April 27, 2026

The data referenced is current as of April 27, 2026.

2026: Birth of Scheffler's Second Son, Remy, in 2026

In 2026, Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith had their second child, a son named Remy.

2026: Masters Tournament and RBC Heritage

In April 2026, Scheffler finished solo-second at the Masters Tournament and tied for first at the RBC Heritage, losing in a playoff. He then recorded his third consecutive runner-up finish at the Cadillac Championship in May.