Scottie Scheffler Shared an Amusing Story Ahead of the FedEx St. Jude Championship About the Treatment He Received—While His Friend Wasn’t as Lucky—Prompting Fans to Exclaim, “Now That’s the Privilege of Being One of the World’s Top Golfers!”
Ahead of the highly anticipated FedEx St. Jude Championship, Scottie Scheffler—currently the world’s top-ranked golfer—shared a light-hearted anecdote that both amused fans and highlighted the perks of being at the top of the golfing world.
During a press conference, Scheffler was asked a casual question: when was the last time he actually had to pay for a round of golf? His answer brought laughter to the room. He recalled a moment that happened several years ago, well before his meteoric rise to global fame, but still at a point where his name carried a bit of weight at the golf course.
The story took place at a local public golf course. Scheffler and a friend had arrived to play a round and headed into the pro shop to check in. When they approached the counter, Scheffler recognized the man behind the desk and greeted him. With a smile, he said something along the lines of, “Hey, we’re here for our tee time at 2:00. We’re ready to pay.” Without hesitation, the staff member waved him off and said, “You’re good, Scottie,” implying the round was on the house. Scheffler thanked him and began to walk away.
His friend, standing beside him, assumed the same treatment applied to both of them. But as he followed Scheffler, the staff member stopped him and added, “Actually, you still need to pay, buddy.” Caught off guard, the friend reached for his wallet while Scheffler turned back and chuckled. The situation, though mildly awkward at the time, became a running joke between them. Scheffler admitted, “That happened about five years ago, and we still laugh about it to this day.”
Fans who heard the story online and on social media were quick to comment. One fan humorously wrote, “Now that’s the privilege of being one of the world’s top golfers!” Others added how relatable the friend’s experience was—being overshadowed by someone famous, even at the golf course.
Scheffler’s story not only showcased the sometimes unexpected perks of being a household name in sports, but also revealed his grounded personality and sense of humor. While some athletes shy away from sharing personal moments, Scheffler’s willingness to poke fun at the situation earned him even more affection from fans.
It also served as a gentle reminder of how fame—even in a sport as seemingly down-to-earth as golf—can come with real-life advantages, like the occasional waived green fee. But at the heart of the story was friendship, humility, and the kind of down-to-earth charm that has made Scheffler a fan favorite—not just for his skills on the course, but for the way he carries himself off it.
As the FedEx St. Jude Championship kicks off, moments like these remind fans why they root for players like Scheffler—not only because of his game, but because of the human stories that follow him wherever he goes.
