Scottie Scheffler’s Dominance Continues at the 2025 Memorial Tournament

The 2025 Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village was more than just another PGA Tour event—it was a showcase of Scottie Scheffler’s relentless dominance. With a four-shot victory over Ben Griffin, Scheffler cemented his place in history, becoming the first player since Tiger Woods to successfully defend his title at Jack Nicklaus’ prestigious event.

A Battle of Precision and Resilience

Scheffler entered the final round with a one-stroke lead over Griffin, but the early holes tested his composure. Missing his first four greens in regulation, he relied on his short game to keep his advantage intact. A bogey on the 10th briefly tightened the race, but Scheffler responded immediately with a birdie on the par-5 11th, setting the tone for his commanding finish.

Griffin’s Late Push Falls Short

Ben Griffin, playing some of the best golf of his career, made a valiant effort to challenge Scheffler. His eagle-birdie run on holes 15 and 16 momentarily narrowed the gap, but a costly double bogey on the 17th ended his hopes of an upset. Griffin’s solo second-place finish at 6-under was a testament to his growing presence on the PGA Tour.

Scheffler’s Historic Run

This victory marked Scheffler’s third win in his last four starts, adding to his triumphs at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson and the PGA Championship. His ability to convert 54-hole leads into victories—now nine straight—underscores his mental fortitude and strategic mastery. With 16 career PGA Tour wins, he joins an elite group, trailing only legends like Woods, Snead, and Nicklaus in the speed of reaching that milestone.

Looking Ahead

Scheffler’s next challenge will be the U.S. Open at Oakmont, where he aims to add another major to his growing collection. Given his current form, he will undoubtedly be the favourite heading into the tournament.

The 2025 Memorial Tournament was a reminder that in the world of golf, Scottie Scheffler is setting the pace—and everyone else is just trying to keep up.