Scottie Scheffler confirms baby gender and name set for PGA Championship.

Golf’s reigning World No. 1, Scottie Scheffler, has joyously announced the arrival of his first child, a son named Bennett, via a heartfelt Instagram post. Sharing a tender image of the newborn, Scheffler expressed profound love for his wife Meredith and their new bundle of joy, captioning the post with a warm welcome to their little one.

While the post didn’t explicitly mention the baby’s name or gender, the PGA Tour’s official website revealed that Scheffler and Meredith welcomed a baby boy named Bennett on May 8. Despite the whirlwind of fatherhood, Scheffler is geared up to tee off at this week’s PGA Championship at Valhalla.

Amidst the excitement, fellow players at Valhalla greeted Scheffler with warm congratulations as he prepared for practice rounds. LIV golfer Jon Rahm, in a jovial exchange, jokingly inquired about Scheffler’s sleep schedule, emphasizing the camaraderie and support within the golfing community.

Scheffler’s return to the green follows a remarkable streak of victories, including a win at the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town and a second Masters green jacket. Despite stiff competition from Rory McIlroy, fresh from consecutive victories, and defending champion Brooks Koepka, Scheffler remains the betting favorite. McIlroy notably clinched the PGA Championship at Valhalla in 2014, while Koepka’s recent triumph at LIV Golf Singapore adds an extra layer of intrigue to the tournament.

With a chance to etch his name in golfing history, Scheffler aims to emulate Jordan Spieth’s 2015 feat by claiming the first two majors of the year, a rare accomplishment in the sport’s illustrious history. As the anticipation builds, all eyes are on Scheffler as he prepares to make his mark on the green once again.