Luke Clanton shares ‘opposite’ motivating messages he got from Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka

Luke Clanton, an up-and-coming golfer, recently shared the contrasting pieces of advice he received from PGA Tour stars Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka. As Clanton prepares for the Fortinet Championship at Silverado Resort and Spa, he discussed these motivational messages during an interview on SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio. The insights from Scheffler and Koepka reflect their distinct personalities and approaches to the pressures of professional golf.

Clanton recounted his conversation with Scottie Scheffler, who emphasized staying grounded and focused on the simplicity of the game. As a fellow believer in Christ, Clanton appreciated Scheffler’s perspective on how to navigate the fame and temptations that come with success. Scheffler advised, “Golf is just a game. Once you understand that, it becomes a lot more fun.” This advice, rooted in humility and faith, resonated deeply with Clanton.

In contrast, Brooks Koepka offered a more direct and aggressive approach to competition. Koepka sent Clanton a text encouraging him to “go kill everybody out there and win.” Though vastly different from Scheffler’s laid-back philosophy, Koepka’s message is equally motivating in its own way. Clanton acknowledged the value in both perspectives, seeing them as complementary rather than conflicting—each reflecting the unique paths to success in professional sports.

Clanton is set to compete in the Fortinet Championship starting Thursday, September 12, where he will tee off alongside John Keefer and Adrien Dumont De Chassart. As he takes to the course, he carries with him the wisdom of both Scheffler’s calm demeanor and Koepka’s competitive edge—two contrasting but equally powerful motivators.