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Between 2000 and 2001, Tiger Woods [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/tiger-woods/] won 14 PGA Tour events. Scottie Scheffler [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/scottie-scheffler/] knows the numbers, even if he missed the moment. At the Hero World Challenge pre-tournament press conference [https://tee-scripts.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/25-1203-Scheffler.pdf], Scheffler was asked about comparisons to Tiger’s early-2000s dominance. His answer revealed both reverence and distance. “I was pretty young back then,” Scheffler said. “I’ve got to catch up on a lot of that stuff from YouTube.” “There were very few spurts throughout his career when he wasn’t the best player in the world,” Scheffler explained. “He was never complacent or satisfied with where he was at with his game, kind of always kept working.” But Scheffler identified what set Tiger apart. It wasn’t just peak performance—it was sustainability. That’s the trait Scheffler admires most. And the one he’s still chasing. To Be Continued… 

<p>Between 2000 and 2001, Tiger Woods won 14 PGA Tour events. Scottie Scheffler knows the numbers, even if he missed the moment. At the Hero World Challenge pre-tournament press conference, Scheffler was asked about comparisons to Tiger&#8217;s early-2000s dominance. His answer revealed both reverence and distance. &#8220;I was pretty young back then,&#8221; Scheffler said. &#8220;I&#8217;ve got [&hellip;]</p>


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Abhijit Raj is a seasoned Golf writer at EssentiallySports known for blending traditional reporting with a modern, digital-first approach to engage today’s audience. A published fiction author and creative technologist, Abhijit brings over 17 years of analytical thinking and storytelling expertise to his work, crafting compelling narratives that resonate across cultures and technologies. He contributes regularly to the flagship Essentially Golf newsletter, offering weekly insights into the evolving landscape of professional golf. In addition to his sports journalism, Abhijit is a multidisciplinary creative with achievements in AI music composition, visual storytelling using AI tools, and poetry. His work spans multiple languages and reflects a deep interest in the intersection of technology, culture, and human experience. Abhijit’s unique voice and editorial precision make him a distinctive presence in golf media, where he continues to sharpen his craft through the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program.

Scottie Scheffler Admits The One Tiger Woods Quality He Still Falls Short On

Scottie Scheffler Admits The One Tiger Woods Quality He Still Falls Short On

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