Scottie Scheffler’s first victory as a father got even better the moment he stepped off the 18th green.
The world’s No. 1 ranked player was greeted by his newborn son Bennett and wife Meredith after sinking a putt to finish at 8-under par for a one-shot win over Collin Morikawa at the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio on Sunday.
Scottie Scheffler of the United States celebrates with wife Meredith and son Bennett after winning the Memorial Tournament on Sunday.
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Scottie Scheffler of the United States celebrates with wife Meredith and son Bennett after winning the Memorial Tournament on Sunday.
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Meredith, holding Bennett, who was born in May, delivered a special message before handing over their bundle of joy.
“He’s so proud of you,” a beaming Meredith said. “You want to say hi? That’s your daddy. He’s so proud of you, right.”