Scheffler responded to his first-round disappointment with a solid round at Spyglass Hill, but he remains realistic about his chances. After joking that he is only "inched" closer to the lead, the world number one stated he will need to perform exceptionally well over the weekend to contend.
Despite showing signs of improvement in his approach play, Scheffler acknowledges he needs to sharpen his iron game to reach scoring range. With a nine-shot deficit to overcome, he emphasized that two special rounds are required to have any chance at victory.