It was at the press conference on Tuesday at the Royal Portrush course in Northern Ireland that the American opened up about his mixed feelings regarding his own professional career, in which he has earned the equivalent of 849 million kronor, almost 87.9 million dollars, and won 16 PGA tour titles, including three majors.
To be able to live out your dreams is very special, but when it comes down to it, I'm not here to inspire the next generation of golfers. I'm not here to inspire anyone to become the best player in the world, what's the point?, says Scottie Scheffler and continues:
This is not a fulfilling life. It is fulfilling from the feeling of achievement, but it is not fulfilling from the feelings deep in your heart.
After winning the PGA Championship in May, the 29-year-old world number one is one of the favorites to win this year's last major, the British Open, "The Open", in Northern Ireland, which starts on Thursday. The competition is one of two majors, along with the US Open, that Scheffler still lacks.
When he was asked what is fulfilling in his life, he still highlighted his sport.
I love playing golf. I love being able to compete. I love living out my dreams. I love being a dad. I love being able to take care of my son. I love being able to provide for my family out here and play golf.
