This weekend, Scottie Scheffler reaffirmed his position as the world's top golfer by triumphing in the 2025 PGA Championship. After facing early challenges in the tournament, Scheffler showed resilience and skill, ultimately clinching the title. His victory marks a significant achievement, as he has held the world No. 1 ranking for over two consecutive years.
As the year began, Scheffler appeared to be struggling, failing to secure a win in his first tournament until May. In March, fellow golfer Phil Mickelson made a bold prediction about Scheffler's season, questioning whether he would win prior to the Ryder Cup. “Does Scottie win in 2025 before the Ryder Cup? I don’t think so,” Mickelson stated on March 16.
With Scheffler's recent success, fans on social media quickly reacted to Mickelson's earlier comments. One user sarcastically remarked, “Good thing Phil’s not a betting man,” while another quipped, “Circling back here, Philip.” Several fans chimed in, expressing amusement at how Mickelson's prediction had aged poorly, with one stating, “This one aged like warm milk.” Another fan humorously added, “I love Phil, but this is slowly becoming the funniest tweet of all time.”
Scheffler's impressive performance allowed him to win the PGA Championship by five shots, marking his third career major title at just 28 years old. He is now halfway to achieving the coveted career grand slam, having previously won at the Masters. The only remaining majors for Scheffler are the US Open and the Open Championship.
This fall, Scheffler is set to represent the United States in the Ryder Cup against Europe, making this his third appearance in the prestigious event. He played a critical role in the team's victory during his debut in 2021 and also participated in the 2023 Ryder Cup held in Rome. Additionally, Scheffler brings a wealth of experience in international golf, boasting achievements as a two-time Presidents Cup winner and an Olympic gold medalist.
As Scheffler continues to build on his success, Mickelson will return to LIV Golf until the next major tournament, the US Open. Both golfers will aim to secure their first victory at this prestigious event, with the US Open being the only major title that has eluded Mickelson throughout his illustrious career.
