Star-Struck Scottie Scheffler Soaks Up Parisian Culture Ahead of Olympic Challenge

World number one golfer Scottie Scheffler enjoyed family time in Paris, visiting the Louvre before focusing on the men's Olympic golf tournament. Praising his teammate Xander Schauffele and utilizing insights from his caddie Ted Scott, Scheffler prepares for his Olympic debut following a successful season.

World number one golfer Scottie Scheffler admitted feeling star-struck while visiting the Louvre museum in Paris with his family. The visit comes as Scheffler prepares for the men's Olympic competition this week.

Scheffler, who claimed a second U.S. Masters title in April as part of a remarkable year comprising six tour victories, leads a U.S. team also featuring world number two and reigning Olympic champion Xander Schauffele.

Given the absence of COVID-19 restrictions that marked the Tokyo Games, Scheffler, like other athletes, is relishing the opportunity to explore the host city and catch other sports. He expressed awe at the scale of the Louvre, where he admired artworks including Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa during a visit on Saturday.

Balancing a busy season with family time, including practicing in southern France and experiencing Olympic table-tennis and gymnastics, Scheffler is set to focus on the men's golf tournament starting August 1. He has been practicing with teammates, lauding Schauffele's grounded nature and drawing on insights from his caddie Ted Scott, who played at Le Golf National during the 2018 Ryder Cup.

Scheffler heads a competitive field of 60 players ready to compete in a 72-hole stroke play format from Thursday.