Scottie Scheffler won the British Open for the first time in his career on Sunday. The American top golfer did so after making striking statements about his career earlier in the week.
The 29-year-old Scheffler entered the final day of the British Open as the leader. The world number one did not relinquish that position.
Scheffler recorded a final round of 68 strokes at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. This brought him to a total of 267 strokes, 17 under par. His compatriot Harris English finished second, four strokes behind. Chris Gotterup completed the American top three.
“It’s a very special feeling,” Scheffler said. “It was a tough week. I fought hard for it. It was a battle, but I played very well and I feel lucky to be standing here with the trophy.”
It was the first time that Scheffler had won the prestigious British Open. He has already won the Masters in Augusta twice (2022 and 2024) and became Olympic champion last year. Of the major tournaments, only the US Open is now missing from his honors list.
In the run-up to the tournament, Scheffler made striking statements. “I struggle daily with the question of why I want to win a tournament so badly,” he said. “It gives a brief moment of satisfaction, but it doesn’t fulfill the deepest feeling in your heart. This is not a satisfying life.”