AUGUSTA, Ga. – In his first round as the world No. 1, Scottie Scheffler didn’t disappoint.
The three-time winner this season on the PGA Tour made the turn on Day 1 at the Masters at 2 under after birdies at Nos. 8 and 9. He finished his round with just a single bogey at No. 18 for a 3-under 69 that left him tied for fourth place among the early finishers. It was a relatively stress-free round thanks to solid ball-striking and some sound decision-making.
Although he’s playing just his third Masters, Scheffler said he’s learned to be patient and to fight the impulse to have too much “fun.