Alexander Victor Schauffele is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.
Xander Schauffele has won 2 majors.
Wins
| Year | Championship | 54 holes | Winning score | Margin | Runner(s)-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | PGA Championship | Tied for lead | −21 (62-68-68-65=263) | 1 stroke | Bryson DeChambeau |
| 2024 | The Open Championship | 1 shot deficit | −9 (69-72-69-65=275) | 2 strokes | Billy Horschel, Justin Rose |
Other facts:
- Olympic Champion: Xander Schauffele won the gold medal in golf at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, representing the United States.
- Ryder Cup Victory: He played a crucial role in helping Team USA win the 2021 Ryder Cup, celebrating the victory with a celebratory cigar. Although he celebrated with a cigar at the Ryder Cup, it hasn’t been confirmed if Schauffele uses nicotine pouches.
- Nickname: Schauffele is often called “X-Man” by fans and commentators.
- Family Influence: His father, Stefan Schauffele, is his swing coach and has been a significant influence on his career. Stefan was also a former decathlete who had his Olympic dreams cut short by a car accident.
- College Golf: Xander played college golf at Long Beach State University and later transferred to San Diego State University.
- Professional Debut: He turned professional in 2015 and quickly made a name for himself on the PGA Tour.
- First PGA Tour Win: Schauffele’s first PGA Tour victory came at the Greenbrier Classic in 2017.
- Majors Success: He has consistently performed well in major championships, with several top-10 finishes, including runner-up finishes at The Masters and The Open Championship.
- Equipment: Xander is known for using a mix of different brands in his golf bag, showing that he prioritizes performance over brand loyalty.
- Personal Life: Off the course, Schauffele enjoys spending time with his wife, Maya Lowe, whom he married in 2021. They were high school sweethearts.