Scheffler and McIlroy prepare for Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:37 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy approach the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village with similar strategies but different outcomes in past events. Scheffler, the reigning titleholder, emphasizes tactical play over power, while McIlroy seeks his first victory at this event. Both players recently scouted the U.S. Open course following successful campaigns this season. Scheffler holds the top rank in the world, aiming for a third consecutive win at the Memorial, a feat only achieved by Tiger Woods. McIlroy has consistently finished in the top 10 but has never captured the title, expressing a desire to succeed at Muirfield Village and earn a handshake from tournament host Jack Nicklaus.
- •Scheffler and McIlroy discuss tactics for Muirfield Village.
- •Scheffler won the last two Memorial Tournaments.
- •McIlroy has finished in the top 10 five times at Memorial.
- •Both players recently scouted the U.S. Open course.
- •Nicklaus commented on Scheffler's strategic play.
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy see Muirfield Village the same way. Their results are different
- 8:37 PMYahoo Sports — Scheffler and McIlroy see Muirfield Village the same way. Their results are different
"Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy think the same way about Muirfield Village, and what it takes to succeed at the Memorial Tournament. This is a big golf course, but it's not all about power. “Here it’s more about placing the ball in the right spots and taking your opportunities when you can get them,” said Scheffler, who speaks from the experience of winning the last two years.
"Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy think the same way about Muirfield Village, and what it takes to succeed at the Memorial Tournament. This is a big golf course, but it’s not all about power.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 3:36 PMScottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy see Muirfield Village the same way. Their results are different
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy think the same way about Muirfield Village, and what it takes to succeed at the Memorial Tournament. This is a big golf course, but it’s not all about power.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 8:37 PMScheffler and McIlroy see Muirfield Village the same way. Their results are different
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy think the same way about Muirfield Village, and what it takes to succeed at the Memorial Tournament. This is a big golf course, but it's not all about power. “Here it’s more about placing the ball in the right spots and taking your opportunities when you can get them,” said Scheffler, who speaks from the experience of winning the last two years.
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