Scottie Scheffler Is Prepared To Quit Golf if Situation Arises
Scottie Scheffler is the favorite heading into The Open Championship, despite an underwhelming finish last week at North Berwick. He'll be aiming to win the Claret Jug, bringing him one step closer to the prestigious Grand Slam, but it all means nothing to the World No. 1 without his family.
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Last week, he revealed that golf is no longer his top priority. He loves the sport, but what matters even more is his family—his wife Meredith and son Bennett. This week, he made an even more shocking revelation. He's prepared to walk away from golf if it ever comes at their expense.
"I love playing golf. I love being able to compete. I love living out my dreams." Scheffler expressed on Tuesday. "I love being a father. I love being able to take care of my son. I love being able to provide for my family out here playing golf."
Scottie Scheffler plays his shot from the first tee during the second round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament.© Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
"Every day when I wake up early to go put in the work, my wife thanks me for going out and working so hard. When I get home, I try and thank her every day for taking care of our son. That's why I talk about family being my priority, because it really is," he continued.
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Scheffler's wife, Meredith, has been his biggest supporter. She's there to celebrate his victories and to console him in defeat. And with baby Bennett growing up, their little family looks lovely. So, Scheffler's decision comes as no surprise.
"I'm blessed to be able to come out here and play golf, but if my golf ever started affecting my home life or it ever affected the relationship I have with my wife or my son, that's going to be the last day that I play out here for a living." Scheffler revealed.
"This is not the be-all, end-all. This is not the most important thing in my life. That's why I wrestle with, why is this so important to me? Because I'd much rather be a great father than I would be a great golfer. At the end of the day, that's what's more important to me." he added.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 15, 2025, where it first appeared.
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