Scottie Scheffler, the world’s number-one golfer, recently won a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, representing the United States on the global stage. Despite being such a critically acclaimed athlete at the top of his sport, Scheffler maintains humility in understanding that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ defines him instead of the world’s superficial titles.
As the national anthem played when Scottie stood on the podium with his medal, he was visibly emotional, shedding tears. “I would say first and foremost, I’m proud of the country that I’m from,” Scheffler said after his victory. “I’m proud to be an American. I [also] got emotional the other night watching the gold medal ceremony for the women’s gymnastics.”
He explained his love for America and how much of an honor it is to represent the country. “I take tremendous pride in coming over here and representing my country,” he said. “…It was just very emotional being up there on stage there as the flag is raised, sitting there singing the national anthem. [It’s] definitely one I’ll remember for a long time.”
During a press conference on Sunday, Scheffler demonstrated a humble perspective toward his gold medal win. “That’s not really something that comes to mind,” he said humbly. “I love being out here competing. It’s one of my favorite things in the world to do and it’s a great joy in my life. I’m proud to be out here competing. As far as my legacy goes, I really don’t think about it too much. This is just part of my life that I do out here and it’s something that I work very hard at. I’m proud to be sitting here with a gold medal.”
After Scheffler won the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, earlier this year, he voiced how is faith in Jesus Christ is at the center of his life. “I am a faithful guy. I believe in a Creator. I believe in Jesus. Ultimately, I think that’s what defines me the most,” he said.
The professional golfer added, “Yeah, I feel like I’ve been given a platform to compete and show my talent…I think that’s what defines me the most is my faith. I believe in one Creator, and I’ve been called to come out here [and] do my best to compete and glorify God. That’s pretty much it.”-
Scheffler said in another post-Master statement, “I was sitting around with my buddies this morning. I was a bit overwhelmed because I told them, ‘Wish that I didn’t want to win as badly as I do.’ I think it would make the mornings easier. But, I love winning. I hate losing, I really do. And when you’re sitting here in the biggest moments, when I’m sitting here with the lead on Sunday, I really, really want to win badly.”
He further stated, “You know, my buddies told me this morning, my victory’s secure on the cross. That’s a pretty special feeling to know that I’m secure for forever. It doesn’t matter if I win this tournament or if I lose this tournament. My identity is secure for forever.”
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