Adam Scott is set to become only the second golfer in history to compete in 100 consecutive major championships when he tees off at the US Open. The Australian will join Jack Nicklaus in the exclusive group, though surpassing Nicklaus’s record of 146 consecutive majors remains a distant prospect.

Scott’s remarkable streak began at the 2001 Open Championship, just days after his 21st birthday, and has continued uninterrupted. At 45 years old, he is the only Australian to have won the Masters Tournament, capturing the green jacket in 2013. Reflecting on his milestone, Scott described a sense of “immense pride” and relief.

He acknowledged that maintaining his streak was far from guaranteed at the start of the year. Ranked 62nd globally, Scott faced the prospect of missing the US Open, where only the top 60 players automatically qualify. Strong performances, including several top-five finishes, helped him climb back into the top 50, securing his place in the field. Scott remarked that it would have been frustrating to be halted at 99 consecutive majors, adding that the milestone had “been a weight on my shoulders.”

While Scott is realistic about the longevity of his streak, joking that playing another 12 years straight to break Nicklaus’s record is unlikely, he expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming tournament. He also shared that he celebrated the achievement with a photo alongside Nicklaus at the Memorial Tournament earlier this year.

Currently ranked 49th, Scott’s sustained consistency in golf’s most prestigious events highlights his enduring competitiveness and commitment to the sport. The US Open will mark a significant chapter in his career as he pursues number 100 in a major championship without interruption.