Just three days after his existential rumination on just why he plays golf and his stirring confession that it was “not a fulfilling life,” Scheffler posted an opening 68 before accelerating to the front with a career-low major round of 64 and shooting 67 to extend his lead.

Scheffler is currently the favorite (+320) to win the 2026 U.S. Open trophy and complete the grand slam, per DraftKings Sportsbook. And for those seeking a cosmic sign that Scottie will indeed make history that week, the Sunday of next year's U.S. Open final round happens to be Scheffler's 30th birthday: June 21, 2026.

Scheffler won by four shots Sunday at Royal Portrush, his fourth major victory and first in an Open Championship.

World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler said he doesn't find true fulfillment in winning: "You work your whole life to celebrate ... a few minutes. It only lasts a few minutes."

It seems like every time Scottie Scheffler wins, he’s putting himself in the same conversation as Tiger Woods.  Leading the British Open and on the brink of 17

Flawless Scottie Scheffler leads at The Open but Rory McIlroy threat remains - The Northern Irishman is six shots behind the leader.