Scottie Scheffler’s life as a PGA Tour pro was taking a toll on his personal life. He was spending nights away from his pregnant wife, feeling frustrated and burnt out from trying to live up to the expectations of others. Despite his impressive skills on the course, Scheffler felt like he was losing himself in the process. He would often stay up late with friends, watching TV and trying to unwind, while his wife would head to bed early, exhausted from pregnancy.

In the latest YouTube video by the PGA Tour, Sam Burns, a fellow PGA Tour pro with five wins under his belt, shared his insight into Scheffler’s struggles. “Deep down, it was absolutely burning him,” Burns said, highlighting the toll it took on Scheffler’s mental health. “I was extremely impressed with the way he handled that adversity,” Burns added, praising Scheffler’s resilience. “He’s a great example of how to handle the pressures of the tour,” Burns noted. “I think he’s done a great job of just being true to himself and not getting caught up in all the external expectations,” Burns said.

Despite the adversity, Scheffler showed remarkable resilience and determination. He took a step back, refocused on what truly mattered, and made a conscious effort to commit to being himself. By doing so, Scheffler was able to find a better balance between his personal and professional life and continue to thrive as a PGA Tour pro.

Scottie Scheffler’s sweet message to wife Meridith after winning the Masters

As Scottie Scheffler basked in the glory of his second Masters win, he and his wife, Meredith, were eagerly awaiting the arrival of their first child. The couple, who tied the knot in 2020, had been preparing for parenthood, but Scheffler admitted they were still a bit underprepared. “People had asked us how our preparation was going for the baby and it was like, well, I felt like we were a little underprepared. The nursery wasn’t quite ready and we had had some issues at our house the last few weeks,” he shared. Despite the chaos, Scheffler was excited to embark on this new chapter with Meredith.

Scheffler’s love and appreciation for Meredith was on full display after his Masters win, as he shared a heartfelt message with her during a post-tournament interview. “I’ll be home as quick as I can,” he said. “I love you and I’m coming home.” With the PGA Championship looming, Scheffler likely took a break from golf to focus on his growing family. At the time, the world’s No. 1 golfer was savoring the joy of impending fatherhood and the thrill of his recent victory. What do you think of Scheffler as a dad? Let us know in the comment section below!