Scheffler Brings 9-Day-Old Son Remy to First Masters
Two-time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler arrived at Augusta National with his newborn son Remy, just nine days old and already experiencing his first major championship. Meanwhile, defending champion Rory McIlroy spent the weekend celebrating golf's next generation at the iconic course.
Nine days into life, Remy Scheffler rolled up to Augusta National in a stroller, becoming one of the youngest attendees in Masters history.
His dad, two-time champion Scottie Scheffler, withdrew from the Houston Open two weeks ago to be present for his son's birth on March 27. The golfer, who usually keeps family life private, arrived Sunday with wife Meredith and their whole crew under the famous oak tree by the clubhouse.
"We just liked it," Scheffler said simply about the name Remy. Their first son Bennett was born in 2024, and finding good boy names apparently remains a challenge for the family.
The sweet family moment added to an already special Sunday at Augusta. Defending champion Rory McIlroy, sporting his green jacket, spent the weekend handing out trophies to young golfers at the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals.
McIlroy has been soaking up every moment of his return as Masters champion. He presented awards alongside Maria José Marin, the first Colombian to win the Augusta National Women's Amateur, before heading out to play with his father Gerry.
"It is the most exclusive dinner club in all of sport, and I think we should all feel very fortunate that we are there," McIlroy told Golf Channel about the upcoming Masters Club dinner Tuesday.
Sunny's Take
What makes this story warm the heart isn't just a newborn at a golf tournament. It's watching champions who've reached the pinnacle of their sport take time to inspire the next generation.
McIlroy could have spent his victory weekend anywhere, but he chose to hand trophies to kids dreaming of their own green jackets. Scheffler could have stayed home longer, but he brought his whole family to share the magic of Augusta National together.
Even 90-year-old three-time champion Gary Player was out watching 8-year-old Landyn Kelly drain 40-foot putts. "What a touch! What a touch he has, man!" Player exclaimed, showing that appreciation for talent never ages.
Scheffler spent Sunday playing with his longtime manager Blake Smith, who had never experienced Augusta National. Despite taking three weeks off, Scheffler stayed sharp practicing at home between diaper changes.
Golf's biggest names are proving that success means more when you share it with the people who matter most.
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This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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