Scottie Scheffler's 2026 stats compared to Tiger Woods in 2005
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Scottie Scheffler's performance in the 2026 PGA Tour season has been impressive, with two victories and 12 top-five finishes. Statistically, he ranks fourth in strokes gained off the tee, matching Woods' ranking in 2005. While Scheffler excels in short game metrics, including first in scrambling, he lags behind Woods in certain aspects of driving distance and accuracy. Both players have performed well in putting, with Scheffler currently third on tour. Scheffler's season remains ongoing as he continues to strive for more wins.
- •Scheffler has two victories and 12 top-five finishes this season.
- •Scheffler ranks fourth in strokes gained off the tee, same as Woods in 2005.
- •Scheffler is first in scrambling but sixth in strokes gained around the green.
- •Scheffler is currently third in putting, while Woods ranked fifth in 2005.
- •Scheffler's season statistics are subject to change as tournaments continue.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — How Scottie Scheffler’s driving, iron play and putting this year compares with Tiger Woods’ 2005 stats
"The 2026 season is likely to be remembered as one of the most remarkable of Scottie Scheffler’s career, largely due to the world number one only registering two victories so far. If anything, this season has seen Scheffler prove his greatness.
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