Scottie Scheffler's Secret Masters Dinner Guest: His Wife Meredith
In the world of golf, few traditions are as revered as the Masters Tournament at Augusta National. Among its many exclusive rituals, the Masters Champions Dinner stands out as a uniquely prestigious event. This dinner is strictly limited to former Masters champions and the chairman of Augusta National Golf Club, with no exceptions for spouses, children, or other professionals. However, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler recently disclosed a surprising breach of this protocol.
The Nervous First-Time Host
Scheffler, who won the Masters in 2022, hosted the Champions Dinner for the first time in 2023. In an interview before the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, he admitted to feeling overwhelmed by the responsibility. "Yeah, I think definitely the first time around, when you’re hosting the dinner, it’s your first time in that room; you don’t really know what to expect," Scheffler stated. "I had no idea what it was going to be like. The only thing I really knew was where I was going to sit. That’s basically the only thing I knew, sitting next to Mr. Crenshaw and the chairman. So, yeah, I was definitely nervous. I’m not really a super social guy to begin with."
This anxiety led Scheffler to seek assistance from his wife, Meredith Scheffler, in planning the evening's details, including the menu. The dinner, held in Augusta National's upstairs Masters Club room, typically begins with a group photo at 7:30 p.m., followed by a private meal. Scheffler's menu featured cheeseburger sliders "Scottie-style," firecracker shrimp, tortilla soup, Texas ribeye steak or blacked redfish, and warm chocolate chip skillet cookies.
Sneaking in a Non-Champion
Despite the strict rules prohibiting non-champions from attending, Scheffler decided to reward Meredith for her help by secretly bringing her to see the setup. "I got there early, checked everything out, and kind of snuck Meredith up there and let her see because she kind of helped me plan out a lot of the food and all that stuff," he explained. "Obviously, I wanted her to see it, so I kind of snuck her up the back and showed her everything before it got started."
This act highlights the unusual nature of any outsider presence at the event, given its exclusive atmosphere. Scheffler, a 20-time PGA Tour winner, felt it was only fair to let his wife witness the finished product, as he relied on her support to ensure the dinner met the high expectations of past champions. His disclosure offers a rare glimpse into the personal challenges behind hosting one of golf's most iconic gatherings.
