Scottie Scheffler: golf’s straight man grabs attention in most unexpected way

World No 1’s unlikely brush with the law has raised his profile to a level that his playing abilities alone would never be able to.

 NEW HEIGHTS: Scottie Scheffler is greeted by fans after the second round of the PGA Championship. Pic: Matt York, AP

For 27 years, 10 months, and 26 days the most interesting thing about Scottie Scheffler was his golf. And given that’s what he’s paid for, you might think it ought to be enough. 

But the truth is that ever since Scheffler rose to the top of the world rankings in March 2022 the game has wanted more from him. Trouble is, besides his faith, his family, and his attachment to a beaten-up old 2012 GMC Yukon, he does not have much else to give.