Scheffler was a brilliant champion at a brilliant venue. He dealt brilliantly with the inevitable and wearisome comparisons to Tiger Woods, too.

Scottie Scheffler Ties Tiger Woods With Wild Stat After Open Championship Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. In the world of golf, few players have absolutely transcended the sport over the decades. Tiger Woods was the most notable, but players like Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Gary Player hold a special place in golf history.

Five days after Scottie Scheffler waxed poetic about not finding his life's joy from winning golf tournaments, he won another golf tournament -- a big one. The Open Championship. His first win at The Open, and his fourth career major title.