Scottie Scheffler: Following in the footsteps of Tiger Woods or Johnny Miller?
Scheffler, a two-time major champion and nine-time PGA Tour winner, is currently on a hot streak with four wins and a runner-up in his last five starts. His recent success has drawn comparisons to two legends of the game: Tiger Woods and Johnny Miller.
1999: Tiger Woods’ Dominance
At the age of 23, Tiger Woods won his second major, the 1999 PGA Championship, and went on to win his last four starts of the season along with the season-ending World Cup of Golf. Woods’ remarkable success early in his career set the stage for his legendary run in the following years.
Scheffler’s streak of wins will resume at the PGA Championship in May after taking a break to await the birth of his first child. He has been in top form reminiscent of Woods’ dominance on the course.
Comparisons between Woods and Scheffler have been drawn, especially after Woods congratulated Scheffler on his win at the Hero World Challenge. Scheffler’s exceptional play echoes the brilliance that Woods displayed during his prime.
1974: Johnny Miller’s Career
Johnny Miller, another golfing great, was known for his impressive run of wins in the mid-1970s. However, his career faced challenges due to putting issues that plagued his game and hindered his progress.
Miller’s dominance was limited to certain regions like the western United States, where he excelled in tournaments such as the Bing Crosby Pro-Am at Pebble Beach. Despite his early success, Miller’s career saw ups and downs, highlighting the unpredictable nature of professional golf.
As Scheffler navigates his own career, he will need to address challenges such as putting consistency to ensure sustained success in the competitive world of golf.
Future Path for Scottie Scheffler
Scheffler’s recent victories at prestigious tournaments mirror Miller’s accomplishments in the past. With improvements in his putting game, Scheffler has shown his potential to continue his winning ways in the future.
Overcoming obstacles and maintaining a balanced approach will be crucial for Scheffler as he carves out his own path in golf, possibly following in the footsteps of legends like Woods and Miller.
