In the ongoing Hero World Challenge at the Albany Golf course in the Bahamas, 2022 Masters champion Scottie Scheffler has a chance to regain his number one spot if he wins the event this week. America’s Scottie Scheffler has had a wonderful 2022, winning four events this year including his maiden Major at the Augusta Masters in April. On the opening day of the event, he spoke with WION’s Sports Editor, Digvijay Singh Deo, about his stellar year and what are his thoughts on the future of PGA Tour.

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To not have Tiger Woods playing here is disappointing – Scottie

Even after announcing earlier that he will be part of the Hero World Challenge this year, 15-time Major Champion, Tiger Woods got ruled out just before the start of the event due to a foot injury. Not having him playing was not only disappointing for his fans, but also for those participating. Commenting on the same, Scottie Scheffler said,&nbsp;“It's disappointing not to have Tiger playing here; we all know Tiger wanted to be here, it's more disappointing for him.”

The former world number 1, who won his first Major at the Augusta Masters in April 2022, shared his thoughts on the win saying, “I think everybody dreams of winning at Majors. I think for the ones growing up in the United States, that's most important to us. Augusta is one you always want to win.”

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We definitely want to support PGA Tour - Scottie

Further speaking on the current events relating to the PGA Tour making headlines, Scottie shared his thoughts acknowledging what this tour has given to him and what this means to play here. He also added saying he is looking forward to 2023 with the new changes coming in the schedule in PGA Tour.

“It's important for me to represent the PGA Tour. I am very happy and proud to be part of the PGA Tour, and I want to continue to have success here. We have so much history here; the PGA Tour has given us all great opportunities to play professional golf, and this definitely something we want to support.”

Scheffler concluded by saying, “Yes, a lot’s happened this year, as far as I am concerned, I try and give my best every time. I am always focused on the game. In regards to the PGA Tour, I am looking forward to 2023, and excited about the changes to our schedule.”&nbsp;

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In the ongoing Hero World Challenge at the Albany Golf course in the Bahamas, 2022 Masters champion Scottie Scheffler has a chance to regain his number one spot if he wins the event this week.

In the ongoing Hero World Challenge at the Albany Golf course in the Bahamas, 2022 Masters champion Scottie Scheffler has a chance to regain his number one spot if he wins the event this week. America’s Scottie Scheffler has had a wonderful 2022, winning four events this year including his maiden Major at the Augusta Masters in April. On the opening day of the event, he spoke with WION’s Sports Editor, Digvijay Singh Deo, about his stellar year and what are his thoughts on the future of PGA Tour. ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Money is nice but knowing how good I can become drives me, says Viktor Hovland To not have Tiger Woods playing here is disappointing – Scottie Even after announcing earlier that he will be part of the Hero World Challenge this year, 15-time Major Champion, Tiger Woods got ruled out just before the start of the event due to a foot injury. Not having him playing was not only disappointing for his fans, but also for those participating. Commenting on the same, Scottie Scheffler said, “It's disappointing not to have Tiger playing here; we all know Tiger wanted to be here, it's more disappointing for him.” The former world number 1, who won his first Major at the Augusta Masters in April 2022, shared his thoughts on the win saying, “I think everybody dreams of winning at Majors. I think for the ones growing up in the United States, that's most important to us. Augusta is one you always want to win.” ALSO READ: Exclusive | LIV Golf-PGA tour issue was not handled well, says Tiger Woods We definitely want to support PGA Tour - Scottie Further speaking on the current events relating to the PGA Tour making headlines, Scottie shared his thoughts acknowledging what this tour has given to him and what this means to play here. He also added saying he is looking forward to 2023 with the new changes coming in the schedule in PGA Tour. “It's important for me to represent the PGA Tour. I am very happy and proud to be part of the PGA Tour, and I want to continue to have success here. We have so much history here; the PGA Tour has given us all great opportunities to play professional golf, and this definitely something we want to support.” Scheffler concluded by saying, “Yes, a lot’s happened this year, as far as I am concerned, I try and give my best every time. I am always focused on the game. In regards to the PGA Tour, I am looking forward to 2023, and excited about the changes to our schedule.” ×

EXCLUSIVE - I love playing on PGA Tour, it has given us so much: Scottie Scheffler

2022 Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler can regain the world number one ranking from Rory McIlroy if he wins the Hero World Challenge this week. The PGA tour player of the year won four events this year including his maiden major at the masters in April. The American opened up on his stellar 2022 run in an exclusive conversation with sports editor Digvijay Singh Deo.

Exclusive: 2022 Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler targets no. 1 ranking

World number one Scottie Scheffler takes the spotlight and a three-shot lead into the Masters final round on Sunday as Tiger Woods continues his comeback far away from the leaderboard.

The year's first major looks poised for a Green Jacket showdown between the planet's two hottest golfers in Scheffler, winner of three of his last five PGA Tour starts and Australian Cameron Smith, winner of golf`s unofficial fifth major the Players Championship in March.

Scheffler had been poised to run away with the title when he powered to a six-shot lead in Saturday's third round but wobbled to the finish with three bogeys to see his advantage halved setting up what could be an Augusta National thriller.

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The final pair of Scheffler and Smith, runner-up to Dustin Johnson at the 2020 Masters, are scheduled off at 240pm ET (1840 GMT).

If anyone else expects to join the fray they will need to mount an early charge.

South Korea's Im Sung-jae will start five off the pace with playing partner Irishman Shane Lowry, the 2019 British Open champion, seven back.

South Africa's Charl Schwartzel, the 2011 Masters champion, is also seven adrift with his partner Justin Thomas eight back.

Until Sunday the Masters spotlight had seldom strayed from Woods, who is playing his first event since a car crash 14 months ago nearly cost him his right leg.

The 46-year-old on Tuesday confirmed he would play the Masters and that he believed he could win a record-equalling sixth Green Jacket.

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The 15-times major winner's comeback captivated the golfing world as he stayed in contention through the opening two rounds but any hope of victory ended on Saturday with a six-over 78, Woods'&nbsp;worst-ever score at Augusta National.

He and his playing partner Jon Rahm were among the early starters on Sunday going off at 1050am ET (1450 GMT) almost four hours before Scheffler and Smith.

But Woods is assured of a roaring ovation from the adoring gallery for a brave effort when he walks off the 18th green.

World number one Scottie Scheffler takes the spotlight and a three-shot lead into the Masters final round on Sunday as Tiger Woods continues his comeback far away from the leaderboard.

World number one Scottie Scheffler takes the spotlight and a three-shot lead into the Masters final round on Sunday as Tiger Woods continues his comeback far away from the leaderboard. The year's first major looks poised for a Green Jacket showdown between the planet's two hottest golfers in Scheffler, winner of three of his last five PGA Tour starts and Australian Cameron Smith, winner of golf`s unofficial fifth major the Players Championship in March. Scheffler had been poised to run away with the title when he powered to a six-shot lead in Saturday's third round but wobbled to the finish with three bogeys to see his advantage halved setting up what could be an Augusta National thriller. ALSO READ: Just going play my game: Tiger Woods 'proud' of himself after battling to stay in Masters hunt The final pair of Scheffler and Smith, runner-up to Dustin Johnson at the 2020 Masters, are scheduled off at 240pm ET (1840 GMT). If anyone else expects to join the fray they will need to mount an early charge. South Korea's Im Sung-jae will start five off the pace with playing partner Irishman Shane Lowry, the 2019 British Open champion, seven back. South Africa's Charl Schwartzel, the 2011 Masters champion, is also seven adrift with his partner Justin Thomas eight back. Until Sunday the Masters spotlight had seldom strayed from Woods, who is playing his first event since a car crash 14 months ago nearly cost him his right leg. The 46-year-old on Tuesday confirmed he would play the Masters and that he believed he could win a record-equalling sixth Green Jacket. ALSO READ: Tiger Woods begins highly-anticipated return with opening par at Masters The 15-times major winner's comeback captivated the golfing world as he stayed in contention through the opening two rounds but any hope of victory ended on Saturday with a six-over 78, Woods' worst-ever score at Augusta National. He and his playing partner Jon Rahm were among the early starters on Sunday going off at 1050am ET (1450 GMT) almost four hours before Scheffler and Smith. But Woods is assured of a roaring ovation from the adoring gallery for a brave effort when he walks off the 18th green.

USA's Scottie Scheffler chases Masters win, Tiger Woods shoots career-worst 78

In-form American and current world No. 1, Scottie Scheffler carded a final round 71 at the famed Augusta National to earn his first major title and fourth win on the PGA Tour here on Sunday. Scheffler, who went 10-under for the tournament, finishing three strokes ahead of Northern Ireland`s former world No. 1 Rory McIlroy, became the first player to win four times in a six-start stretch on the PGA Tour since Australian golfer Jason Day in 2015. 
 
Scheffler held off the chasing pack to further cement his position as No. 1 on the FedEx Cup standings and Official World Golf Ranking. The American also became the sixth player to win in his first PGA Tour start as world No. 1 and sixth world No. 1 to win the Masters as he aggregated 10-under 278 for the tournament. 
 
Tiger Woods finished 47th in his first start since the 2020 Masters and some 14 months after a horrific car mishap, which led to serious leg injuries. Among Asians, South Korea`s Sungjae Im settled for a second top-10 finish in three starts at the Masters. A cold putter proved to be a bane for the 24-year-old in his chase for major glory as he signed for a disappointing 3-over 75, finishing nine back of Scheffler.

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Defending champion Hideki Matsuyama closed with a 72 to finish tied-14th, which was a commendable effort considering he was battling a back injury for a month leading up to the Masters. 
 
After missing birdie attempts on his first three holes, Im dropped the first of six bogeys at the par 3 fourth hole, and it was subsequently uphill for the two-time PGA Tour winner, who was runner-up in his Masters debut in 2020. 
 
"It was a little bit disappointing. I missed a lot of putts," rued Im, who averaged 1.83 putts per green in regulation, his highest of the week. "Overall, I think top-10 is good, and I am happy especially when I didn`t play well." 
 
The top-10 guaranteed a quick return to the year`s first major which Im intends to keep knocking on the door as he feels Augusta National is suited to his precision game. "It is good to secure an invitation early," said Im, who was the first-round leader following a 67. 
 
"I will keep the same strategy... play for the cut, and then try to compete for a win. The Masters was my dream since I was a kid and watched this on TV. I always hoped to play at Augusta National and compete with the greatest golfers, and competing for the trophy. This is huge." 
 
Im leaves Augusta National with every belief he has garnered greater knowledge and understanding of the nuances at the challenging layout. 
 
"Accuracy is more important than power here. Finding the right side of the green is key. It is very important to place the ball where you can make par. If not, you can easily three putt," he said. 
 
"I was top of the leaderboard and was able to compete for a win. It was also the first time I played in front of patrons and I enjoyed the atmosphere and roars. It makes the tournament enjoyable and I will never forget this experience." 
 
Matsuyama, who made history as Asia`s first Masters winner 12 months ago, traded five birdies against as many bogeys as he held his head high to finish inside the top-15. He later presented the Green Jacket to Scheffler, who defeated Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland by three strokes with his 10-under 278 aggregate. 
 
"I`m happy I was able to play all four days," said Japan`s first male major champion. "I struggled to play the type of golf that I was envisioning. I wish I was able to contend a little more." 
 
Leaderboard 
 
1. Scottie Scheffler 69-67-71-71-278 (-10); 
 
2. Rory McIlroy 73-73-71-64-281 (-7); 
 
3. Shane Lowry 73-68-73-69-283 (-5); 
 
4. Cameron Smith 68-74-68-73-283 (-5); 
 
5. Collin Morikawa 73-70-74-67-284 (-4).

In-form American and current world No. 1, Scottie Scheffler carded a final round 71 at the famed Augusta National to earn his first major title and fourth win on the PGA Tour here on Sunday.

In-form American and current world No. 1, Scottie Scheffler carded a final round 71 at the famed Augusta National to earn his first major title and fourth win on the PGA Tour here on Sunday. Scheffler, who went 10-under for the tournament, finishing three strokes ahead of Northern Ireland`s former world No. 1 Rory McIlroy, became the first player to win four times in a six-start stretch on the PGA Tour since Australian golfer Jason Day in 2015. Scheffler held off the chasing pack to further cement his position as No. 1 on the FedEx Cup standings and Official World Golf Ranking. The American also became the sixth player to win in his first PGA Tour start as world No. 1 and sixth world No. 1 to win the Masters as he aggregated 10-under 278 for the tournament. Tiger Woods finished 47th in his first start since the 2020 Masters and some 14 months after a horrific car mishap, which led to serious leg injuries. Among Asians, South Korea`s Sungjae Im settled for a second top-10 finish in three starts at the Masters. A cold putter proved to be a bane for the 24-year-old in his chase for major glory as he signed for a disappointing 3-over 75, finishing nine back of Scheffler. ALSO READ | Just going play my game: Tiger Woods 'proud' of himself after battling to stay in Masters hunt Defending champion Hideki Matsuyama closed with a 72 to finish tied-14th, which was a commendable effort considering he was battling a back injury for a month leading up to the Masters. After missing birdie attempts on his first three holes, Im dropped the first of six bogeys at the par 3 fourth hole, and it was subsequently uphill for the two-time PGA Tour winner, who was runner-up in his Masters debut in 2020. "It was a little bit disappointing. I missed a lot of putts," rued Im, who averaged 1.83 putts per green in regulation, his highest of the week. "Overall, I think top-10 is good, and I am happy especially when I didn`t play well." The top-10 guaranteed a quick return to the year`s first major which Im intends to keep knocking on the door as he feels Augusta National is suited to his precision game. "It is good to secure an invitation early," said Im, who was the first-round leader following a 67. "I will keep the same strategy... play for the cut, and then try to compete for a win. The Masters was my dream since I was a kid and watched this on TV. I always hoped to play at Augusta National and compete with the greatest golfers, and competing for the trophy. This is huge." Im leaves Augusta National with every belief he has garnered greater knowledge and understanding of the nuances at the challenging layout. "Accuracy is more important than power here. Finding the right side of the green is key. It is very important to place the ball where you can make par. If not, you can easily three putt," he said. "I was top of the leaderboard and was able to compete for a win. It was also the first time I played in front of patrons and I enjoyed the atmosphere and roars. It makes the tournament enjoyable and I will never forget this experience." Matsuyama, who made history as Asia`s first Masters winner 12 months ago, traded five birdies against as many bogeys as he held his head high to finish inside the top-15. He later presented the Green Jacket to Scheffler, who defeated Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland by three strokes with his 10-under 278 aggregate. "I`m happy I was able to play all four days," said Japan`s first male major champion. "I struggled to play the type of golf that I was envisioning. I wish I was able to contend a little more." Leaderboard 1. Scottie Scheffler 69-67-71-71-278 (-10); 2. Rory McIlroy 73-73-71-64-281 (-7); 3. Shane Lowry 73-68-73-69-283 (-5); 4. Cameron Smith 68-74-68-73-283 (-5); 5. Collin Morikawa 73-70-74-67-284 (-4).

Masters 2022: In-form American and World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler emerges champion at Augusta