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Can Scottie Scheffler Get The Grand Slam?

Does Scottie Scheffler have what it takes to win a Grand Slam? (Source: Getty)
Does Scottie Scheffler have what it takes to win a Grand Slam? (Source: Getty)

In 119 PGA Tour events, Scottie Scheffler has made the cut an incredible 100 times, finished in the top 10 50 times and won a total of eight times on tour. These include victories at prestigious tournaments such as the WM Phoenix Open, the Players Championship and even the Masters. Scheffler has collected over 54 million dollars in prize money to date and, at the age of 27, is already one of the best golfers of his generation. But does the world number one also have what it takes to achieve a career Grand Slam?

Scottie Schefflers magical PGA Tour journey

Scottie Scheffler joined the PGA Tour in 2018 and shook up the tour just one year later. In the 2019/2020 season, Scheffler already achieved seven top 10 finishes in 23 events and showed his terrific skills on the golf course. His breakthrough finally came just one year later when he earned his first runner-up on the PGA Tour at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play and advanced to the Tour Championship for the second consecutive season, finishing the season No. 22 in the FedExCup standings. Recorded eight top-10s, one more than his total from his rookie season, made the cut in 24 of 29 starts. Following the Tour Championship, he even was selected as a captain’s pick to represent the United States at the Ryder Cup, marking his first appearance at the event.

In the following two years Scottie Scheffler began to show that he is going to be one of the best golfers who has ever played on Tour. Scheffler won the Jack Nicklaus Award as PGA Tour Player of the Year of the 2021/20222 season. Furthermore he earned his first four PGA Tour titles in a span of only six starts, including his first major championship title, winning the WM Phoenix Open, Arnold Palmer Invitational, World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play and the Masters Tournament. After this incredible achievement he moved to No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking for the first time in his career following his third victory (March 27), becoming the 25th player in the OWGR era to reach the No. 1 position. He moved on to winning multiple times again the following season and breaking a couple of records.

2024 and grand slam hopes

In the 2024 Scottie Scheffler so far kep up his amazing golf. He won the Arnold Palmer Invitational and clinched the title at the Players Championship for the scond year in a row. Now, as the major season awaits, Scheffler is one of the absolute top favorites in all major tournaments. The exceptional golfer must even be expected to win the grand slam. Nevertheless it is certain that Scheffler is one of the hottest contenders alongside Brooks Koepka and Rory McIlroy to join the select circle of career grand slam winners.

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Can Jon Rahm and other LIV Players start at the Masters?

Jon Rahm and many other LIV Players have managed to win at the Masters. Can one of the 13 LIV Golfers clinch the title this year at Augusta? (Source: Getty)
Jon Rahm and many other LIV Players have managed to win at the Masters. Can one of the 13 LIV Golfers clinch the title this year at Augusta? (Source: Getty)

The Masters is drawing ever closer and many players are among the big favorites. In addition to the superstars of the PGA Tour such as Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth, some players from the rival LIV Tour are also laying claim to the title. These include former Masters Winners Jon Rahm, Sergio Garcia or Dustin Johnson. Find out here why the LIV Stars are allowed to compete and what chances they have.

Jon Rahm and Co.: 13 LIV Players to start at the Masters Tournament

LIV Golf star Sergio Garcia has sent a clear message to the rest of the field: Those from the Saudi-backed circuit are “coming for that Green Jacket”. Garcia, one of the 13 players from the LIV Golf League set to tee it up at The Masters from April 11-14, has already secured a lifelong exemption to the event after his dramatic playoff victory at Augusta National in 2017.

Also returning as defending champion is Jon Rahm, who clinched victory last year with a four-shot lead over fellow LIV Golf League members Phil Mickelson and Brooks Koepka, the latter of whom went on to win the PGA Championship the following month. The roster of LIV Players vying for the coveted Green Jacket reads like a who’s who of golf: Dustin Johnson, Patrick Reed, Bubba Watson, and Charl Schwartzel, all former recipients of the esteemed jacket and therefore holders of lifelong exemptions at the Masters, alongside Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Smith, who qualified as recent winners of a different major.

But there are also fresh faces ready to make their mark. Tyrrell Hatton earned his spot after qualifying for the PGA Tour’s season-ending Tour Championship last August. Adrian Meronk secured his place by finishing 2023 inside the world’s top 50. Joaquin Niemann accepted a special invitation following three top-five finishes on the DP World Tour.

Rahm believes that a LIV Player can clinch the title at the Masters

With 88 players set to feature at The Masters and one final spot available to the winner of the Valero Texas Open, just over 14 percent of the major field will hail from the LIV Golf League.

Golf pundit Nick Dougherty believes Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Rory McIlroy will be among the contenders vying for the Green Jacket in Augusta, with hopes resting on McIlroy to complete a career grand slam and etch his name into history. “There is quite a few major champions in LIV and there is a few that are major champion quality golfers,” defending champion Jon Rahm said. “So just pure numbers, if you go with math, wouldn’t be the highest, but I’m confident that one of us can get it done this year.”

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 1 of the Valero Texas Open

Watch the highlights of the first round of the PGA Tour Valero Texas Open. (Source: Getty)
Watch the highlights of the first round of the PGA Tour Valero Texas Open. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour takes us to San Antonio, Texas, for the Valero Texas Open. Held on the renowned Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio, one of the highlights of this tournament is the $9,200,000 prize money on offer.

The leaderboard after round 1

The top of the leaderboard after round one is populated by notable names in the golf world. In the lead is Akshay Bhatia from the USA with an impressive total score of -9. Close behind, tied for second position, are Brendon Todd and Justin Lower, both also from the USA, each with a total score of -6. Occupying the joint fourth position are Austin Eckroat, Denny McCarthy and Max Homa, again from the USA, who both achieved a total score of -4.

As we approach the second round, spectators and fans keenly await the highlights of the PGA Tour, which promises intense golf action. These Valero Texas Open highlights will surely feature the best shots, plays, and moments of the round. The tournament, which concludes after four rounds, continues to attract golf enthusiasts and casual viewers alike with its competitive leaderboard and the players’ outstanding skill showcases. Despite the competitive nature of the players and the high stakes, the focus remains squarely on the action on the course.

Valero Texas Open Leaderboard

Valero Texas Open: The PGA Tour round 1 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Justin Thomas And His Caddie Part Ways Before The Masters

Justin Thomas has announced that his caddie and him are parting ways. (Image: Getty)
Justin Thomas has announced that his caddie and him are parting ways. (Image: Getty)

A little over a week before the Masters in Augusta, Justin Thomas has now announced his split from his caddie Jim ‘Bones’ Mackay. Who will stand on the side of the 30-year-old from now on is not yet known.

End of Collaboration between Justin Thomas and Jim Mackay

As Justin Thomas has announced, the collaboration between him and his caddie Jim Mackay has come to an end. Their three-year-partnership marked a quite successful period for the 58-year-old caddie alongside the former world number one. In 2022, Thomas secured his second major title at the PGA Championship after 2017. “The things we’ve been able to accomplish together – the PGA Championship in 2022, the Presidents Cup, the Ryder Cups were all unforgettable experiences,” writes Thomas via Instagram. However, after Thomas failed to win a PGA Tour title in 2023 for the first time since 2015, it was perhaps time for a change for the American. Although Justin Thomas achieved four top-12 finishes in his first five tournament appearances this year, he recently missed the cut at the prestigious Players Championship in Sawgrass.

Jim Mackay: One of the most experienced caddies on the Tour

Jim ‘Bones’ Mackay is one of the most successful caddies on the PGA Tour and is known to golf fans primarily for his long-standing partnership with Phil Mickelson. The partnership with the five-time major champion lasted a total of 25 years, ending in 2017. “While incredibly difficult for me to say, Bones and I have parted ways. I’m going to be forever thankful for him joining me on the bag in 2021,” explains Justin Thomas. “His wisdom on and off the course has been a blessing during a tough stretch of my career and he was there every step of the way. I know there are great things coming for both of us down the road. I wish him the best of luck and will always count him and his family amongst my friends,” Thomas adds.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Harman, Homa, Morikawa and Co. at the Valero Texas Open

Brian Harman, Collin Morikawa and Max Homa tee off on the PGA Tour. (Photos: Getty)
Brian Harman, Collin Morikawa and Max Homa tee off on the PGA Tour. (Photos: Getty)

The upcoming PGA Tour event, the Valero Texas Open, is set to take place at TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course) in San Antonio, Texas. The notable tournament holds a grand prize of $9,200,000, attracting a myriad of top-tier players from worldwide including the United States. This tournament carries a Par rating of 72 and the reigning champion is Corey Conners.

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Detailed PGA Tour Tee Times for Valero Texas Open

Max Homa and Collin Morikawa, accompanied by Canada’s Corey Conners start the round at 07:53 am for Round 1. In Round 2 the two American top players will start at 01:08 pm.

Brian Harman is partnered with England’s Matt Fitzpatrick and Adam Scott from Australia, who will tee off at 08:04 am. The second round will start at 01:19 pm for the trio.

The next American top player is Rickie Fowler, who will start the tournament at 1:08 pm with Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood. On the second day the three superstars start their round at 07:53 am.

Next in line are Jordan Spieth and Lucas Golver, accompanied by Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama. They will start the first round at 01:19 pm and the second round at 8:04 am.

Russell Henley and Akshay Bhatia, accompanied by South Korea’s Tom Kim start the round at 01:19 pm for Round 1. In Round 2 the two American top players will start at 08:04 am.

PGA Tour Tee Times: The Roster and Schedule

Please note that the tee times could be subject to change owing to uncertain weather conditions or player’s health and conditions.

The Valero Texas open not only brings forth the sport talent from around the world but also serves as a precursor for the upcoming Masters Tournament. Fans and players alike are eager for the play to tee off and are looking forward to four days of excellent golf. Having this information handy allows for all golf fans to be aware of their favourite player’s tee times and to not miss any action at the Valero Texas Open.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Fleetwood, Fitzpatrick & Co. in Spotlight at Valero Texas Open

Tommy Fleetwood and Matt Fitzpatrick are England's biggest stars on the PGA Tour. (Photos: Getty)
Tommy Fleetwood and Matt Fitzpatrick are England's biggest stars on the PGA Tour. (Photos: Getty)

The PGA Tour is headed to San Antonio, Texas, this week for the Valero Texas Open. The action will take place at TPC San Antonio on the Oaks Course, known for its challenging fairways and greens. With a prize fund of $9,200,000 up for grabs, the event draws some of the biggest names in the sport. Current champion Corey Conners will be looking to defend his title.

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British, Welsh, and Scottish Players’ PGA Tour Tee Times at Valero Texas Open

Aaron Rai from England will commence his participation in the first round on Thursday with a start at 07:31 am. He will be grouped with Canada’s Roger Sloan and the American player Ryan Palmer. In the second round, Rai, Sloan, and Palmer will play at 12:46 pm.

Matthew Fitzpatrick from England will join the tour with his tee time scheduled at 08:04 am. He will be playing alongside Adam Scott from Australia and Brian Harman from USA. The group’s tee time for the second round is 01:19 pm.

English player’s Ben Taylor and Luke Donald PGA Tour Tee Times are 08:37 am and 12:35 respectively in the first round. Ben Taylor would be participating in the golf adventure with Greyson Sigg from USA and Davis Thompson, also from USA. For Luke Donald, his tournament mates are Ben Griffin from USA and Matthias Schmid from Germany. In the second round, both players will play at 01:52 pm (Taylor) and 07:20 am (Donald).

The last English player, Tommy Fleetwood, starts the competition at 01:08 pm. He will be playing with Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland and Rickie Fowler from USA. Fleetwood’s group will play at 07:53 am on the second day.

PGA Tour Tee Times: The Roster and Schedule

Please note that the tee times could be subject to change owing to uncertain weather conditions or player’s health and conditions.

The Valero Texas open not only brings forth the sport talent from around the world but also serves as a precursor for the upcoming Masters Tournament. Fans and players alike are eager for the play to tee off and are looking forward to four days of excellent golf. Having this information handy allows for all golf fans to be aware of their favourite player’s tee times and to not miss any action at the Valero Texas Open.

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FedExCup Ranking: English Players led by Matt Fitzpatrick

England's best: Matt Fitzpatrick. (Image: Getty)
England's best: Matt Fitzpatrick. (Image: Getty)

With the PGA Tour season well underway, the competition for FedExCup supremacy intensifies. Scottie Scheffler, the current leader in the rankings, continues to maintain his lead. England boasts six skilled players in the top 100 of the FedExCup ranking, showcasing the country’s strong presence in the sport.

Tracking England’s Top Performers in FedExCup Rankings


Matt Fitzpatrick, currently ranked 36th, has demonstrated consistent form across eight events this season, resulting in one top-ten finish. Another English contender, Tommy Fleetwood, at rank 79 has recorded one top-ten finish in five events. 

Top-5 Focus: Battle for FedExCup Dominance


Scheffler’s dominance is complemented by the pursuits of Wyndham Clark and Hideki Matsuyama, who rank 2nd and 3rd respectively, each with a victory under their belt. Xander Schauffele, without a win but with six top-ten finishes, holds the 4th spot, while Sahith Theegala rounds out this esteemed group with four top-ten placements.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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FedExCup: Scheffler & Clark Lead the Charge

At the top of the FedExCup Rankings: Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark. (Images: Getty)
At the top of the FedExCup Rankings: Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark. (Images: Getty)

As the PGA Tour progresses with numerous tournaments already concluded, the spotlight shines brightly on the FedExCup rankings, where golfers are fiercely competing for supremacy. Notably, the latest victory on Tour was clinched by Scottie Scheffler, asserting his position not only as a winner of the most recent event but also as the current leader of the FedExCup rankings. Moreover, the nation’s talent is underscored by the presence of 57 American players among the top 100 in the FedExCup standings, showcasing the depth and skill within the United States golf domain.

Tight Race at the Top: Americans Commanding the FedExCup Rankings
In the current FedExCup rankings, American athletes are setting an imposing standard, with Scottie Scheffler sitting at the pinnacle with a total of 2,815 points. Scheffler has participated in 8 events to date, claiming victories in 2 events, and has consistently performed with top ten finishes in 7 events. Close behind him is fellow American Wyndham Clark, who holds the number 2 spot with significant totals and impressive statistics, including a victory and three top ten finishes over 8 events.

The Best of the FedExCup Elite

The relentless pursuit of the top position is evidenced by Japanese star Hideki Matsuyama, Americans Xander Schauffele and Sahith Theegala, who, along with Scheffler and Clark, constitute the elite top 5 of the FedExCup standings, each bringing their own unique set of victories, events played, and top ten finishes to the fiercely competitive atmosphere of the PGA Tour.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler remains on top

No motion at the top: This week's World Golf Ranking standings. (Image: Getty)
No motion at the top: This week's World Golf Ranking standings. (Image: Getty)

In the current World Golf Ranking, two American players hold prominence at the top. Scottie Scheffler remains steadfast at the number one position, with no movement from the previous week. At number four, Wyndham Clark maintains his standing, also without change.

To the Official World Golf Ranking

Continuing with the American presence in the upper echelons of the World Golf Ranking, Xander Schauffele holds the fifth position, followed by Patrick Cantlay and Brian Harman at seventh and eighth, respectively. Max Homa completes the top five American players by sitting at the tenth spot. In the World Golf Ranking, notable stability at the very top can be observed. Alongside Scheffler, Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland retains the second spot, while Spain’s Jon Rahm continues at third. As we look further down the World Golf Ranking, the remainder of the top ten presents a similar picture of stability. Apart from the aforementioned American players, Viktor Hovland of Norway at number six and Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg at number nine maintain their rankings. Matt Fitzpatrick from England keeps his eleventh position in a consistent display relative to last week’s scoring. This week’s first change in the leaderboard rankings regards Collin Morikawa swapping places with Tyrrell Hatton at rank 16 and 17, respectively. 

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler Leads, Fitzpatrick Tops UK Players-Ranking

OWGR: Matt Fitzpatrick remains best ranked English player. (Image: Getty)
OWGR: Matt Fitzpatrick remains best ranked English player. (Image: Getty)

In the most recent World Golf Ranking, British players have shown varied movement among the elite of the sport. Matt Fitzpatrick holds the 11th position, maintaining his status from the previous week. Tommy Fleetwood, continuing his consistent performance, also preserves his ranking at 12th. Moving on to the current state of the World Golf Ranking at the top level, the leaderboard remains unchanged. Scottie Scheffler continues his reign at the number one spot, with Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy trailing closely at second place, both securing their rankings from the prior week. Spanish golfer Jon Rahm holds firm in the third position, solidifying the status quo among the leading trio.

To the Official World Golf Ranking

Meanwhile, the following British players experienced shifts in the World Golf Ranking. Tyrrell Hatton, who previously held the 16th rank, has seen a slight decline, falling one position to 17th. On a positive note, Aaron Rai has achieved a notable climb from 81st to 73rd, a stark improvement that highlights his upward trajectory. The remaining British golfers in the top 100 of the World Golf Ranking include Robert MacIntyre and Justin Rose, ranked 79th and 56th respectively. MacIntyre has dropped five places from the previous week, while Rose fell off by three. Exploring the rest of the top 10 in the World Golf Ranking, positions four through 10 have exhibited no movement. American players Wyndham Clark and Xander Schauffele stay secured at fourth and fifth places respectively. Norway’s Viktor Hovland remains at sixth, followed by Patrick Cantlay of the USA at 7th. Brian Harman, another American, holds the 8th spot. Swedish golfer Ludvig Aberg at 9th and American Max Homa at 10th round out the top ranks, each solidifying their spots in the World Golf Ranking.