Xander Schauffele
Awards & Honours
11
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Xander Schauffele has cemented his legacy as one of the premier golfers of his generation. His achievement of winning two major championships in the same calendar year places him in rarefied air, matching feats accomplished by legends like Tiger Woods and Ben Hogan. His Olympic gold medal ended a 116-year drought for American men in the event, a historic milestone for US golf. As of 2026, he stands as a dominant force on the PGA Tour, with over ten professional wins and a FedExCup title to his name.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
PGA Tour Player of the Year
Recognized for outstanding performance and dominance throughout the season.
Sports Illustrated Golfer of the Year
Named for his historic double major win and overall impact on the sport.
Top 100 Greatest Athletes
Listed among the greatest athletes of all time following his back-to-back major victories.
Rankings & Lists
World Golf Ranking
Golf Digest Top 10 Players
Magazine Covers
Golf Digest
July 2024
The Two-Major Man
Sports Illustrated
August 2024
Olympic and Major Success
PGA Tour Magazine
2024
Rising Star
Records & Feats
First American Man to Win Olympic Gold Since 1904
Ended a 116-year drought for US men in individual golf at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Two Majors in One Calendar Year
Won the PGA Championship and Open Championship in 2024, the first player to do so since 2000.