Scottie Scheffler Joins Tiger Woods in Rare Memorial Tournament Feat—And “David Wallace” Is Watching Closely
Scottie Scheffler has entered elite company at the Memorial Tournament, becoming just the second golfer—after Tiger Woods—to successfully defend his title at Muirfield Village. Woods famously pulled off the three-peat from 1999 to 2001. Scheffler now joins him after winning back-to-back in 2024 and 2025, marking his 16th PGA Tour victory and third win of this season.
But what truly made headlines wasn’t just the win—it was a surprising celebrity connection that perfectly captured the emotional weight of the moment.
“Couldn’t be a better guy…and knows every episode, knows every reference.”
Scottie Scheffler is a huge fan of The Office. @JustAndyBuckley aka David Wallace talks meeting the world no. 1 w/ @bkatrek & @johnmaginnes on Katrek & Maginnes On Tap.
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— SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (@SiriusXMPGATOUR) June 4, 2025
Andy Buckley, best known for his role as David Wallace from The Office, praised Scheffler after the win. The two formed a bond following Scheffler’s victory at the Masters, when Buckley discovered the golfer was a massive Office fan. Scheffler’s caddie, Ted Scott, even requested a custom video message from Buckley filled with inside jokes from the show to surprise his boss. Buckley delivered, calling Scheffler “Dunder Mifflin material”—a nod to both his character and Scheffler’s character.
Their connection deepened after they met in person at the RBC Canadian Open on June 8, 2022, held at St. George’s Golf Club. It was their first face-to-face interaction, but it didn’t feel that way. Buckley walked the practice round with Scheffler and even brought official Dunder Mifflin swag. Scheffler was thrilled, describing the moment with obvious excitement.
Buckley spoke recently on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio about their unlikely friendship. He praised Scheffler for being a great guy with a deep knowledge of every Office reference. The relationship clearly goes beyond surface-level celebrity fanfare—it reflects genuine mutual respect and admiration.
Scheffler’s interest in The Office has spilled over into golf culture in fun ways. In 2024, he hosted a “PGA Tour Dundies” award event, inspired by the show’s fictional award ceremony. He handed out trophies with quirky titles like “Whitest Sneakers” to Keith Mitchell and “Fine Work Award” to Xander Schauffele. These lighthearted moments attracted attention on social media, blending sports with pop culture in a refreshing way.
This growing overlap between athletes and celebrities marks a shift in how professional golfers present themselves. Instead of just being athletes with polished public images, many are embracing their personal passions and cultural interests. For Scheffler, his love of The Office isn’t just a fun fact—it’s part of what makes him relatable to fans.
From turning his wife into an Office fan to referencing the show in interviews, Scheffler connects with audiences who may not follow golf but love streaming-era comedy. His ability to blend elite athleticism with a down-to-earth fandom of something as universal as The Office shows how golf is evolving—and why Scheffler’s character is resonating far beyond the green.
As Buckley simply put it: “Couldn’t be a better guy.” That five-word summary says more about Scottie Scheffler than a trophy ever could.