Scottie Scheffler is looking to become only the second player to win the Memorial Tournament three years in a row this week at Muirfield Village.
The world number one triumphed at Jack’s Place in 2024 and 2025. And while he is not playing quite as well this year, it would still be no surprise to see him retain his title.
He would become just the third player to register at least three wins at the event, while he would join Tiger Woods in securing those first three victories in successive years.
Scottie Scheffler says what he loves most about the Memorial Tournament
The Memorial Tournament is one of the most iconic events on the calendar. You will struggle to find many stronger fields this year on the PGA Tour. This week sees Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy tee it up in the same signature event for the first time since early March.
Jack Nicklaus has used all of his experience to ensure that Muirfield Village has absolutely everything that any player could want. So it is not difficult to see why the stars enjoy the event each year.
And speaking to the media ahead of Thursday’s opening round, Scheffler explained what he loves most about the tournament.
“I think one of my favourite parts is probably the crowds. Every year here the crowds are amazing. They make a lot of noise, they’re very passionate about this tournament. And the community, I think really rallies around this tournament and Mr. Nicklaus,” he said.
“And I think any time you can play a tournament that has his name on it is something that’s really special. He’s a guy that I look up to, not just from being a great golfer, but he was a great family man as well. And you see it through his tournament, you see his sons here, you see his wife here, you see his grandchildren everywhere.
“Mr. Nicklaus is a part of the fabric of this tournament and his family is as well. It’s not just about him. This is a special place for us to be able to come and compete, not only from the challenge of the golf course, but being able to play in front of the fans and carrying on Mr. Nicklaus’ legacy. This is a really cool tournament for us.”
The claim Jack Nicklaus made about Scottie Scheffler after his 2025 Memorial win
Scheffler is certainly the game’s most dominant player since Tiger Woods was at something like his peak. He has been so impressive over the last few years. It was almost inevitable that he would see the number of victories somewhat dry up.
But it is clear that he is an exceptional player, as Jack Nicklaus explained following Scheffler’s victory at his tournament this time last year.
“He reminds me so much of the way I like to play,” he said, as reported by Sky Sports.
“I don’t think I played nearly as well as he played. He’s playing better than I played and more consistent. He’s just been playing fantastic, and I love watching him.”
Scheffler will surely be in the mix in the coming days, with the 29-year-old already registering seven top 10 finishes on the PGA Tour.
Certainly, anyone who finishes above Scheffler this week will fancy their chances of having the opportunity to shake Nicklaus’ hand as the latest champion of his event on Sunday afternoon.