Scottie Scheffler, British Open
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World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler coasts to a four-stroke lead heading into Sunday’s final round at The Open at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland.
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler said he doesn't find true fulfillment in winning: "You work your whole life to celebrate ... a few minutes. It only lasts a few minutes."
A fourth major title seems all but inevitable, Bob Harig writes, after a bogey-free 67 turned Scheffler's lead from one stroke to four at the British Open.
Flawless Scottie Scheffler leads at The Open but Rory McIlroy threat remains - The Northern Irishman is six shots behind the leader.
Scheffler entered the week at 3‑under after an opening‑round 68, marked by five birdies and two bogeys, that left him three shots under par. By Friday’s close, he surged to 10‑under overall, seizing the 36‑hole lead.
The top two golfers in the world are firmly in contention at The Open with Scheffler out in front entering another major championship weekend
Scottie Scheffler had a fantastic third round at The Open Championship, shooting a 4-under 67, improving to -14 and continuing an impressive career that could end with Scheffler retiring as one of the best golfers ever.