Scottie Scheffler has not stopped winning – but 2024 belongs to his PGA Tour rival

Scottie Scheffler’s 2024 season was nothing short of remarkable, capping it off with a FedExCup victory that underscored his dominance. With major wins at the Masters and multiple other high-profile tournament victories, including the Arnold Palmer Invitational and The Players Championship, Scheffler reaffirmed his status as the World No. 1.

His consistency throughout the year, finishing outside the top 10 only three times in 19 events, made him the player to beat. Yet, despite his impressive haul of titles and even an Olympic gold, his one major win in 2024 left room for debate over whether he truly had the best season.

Meanwhile, Xander Schauffele, Scheffler’s closest rival, left an indelible mark on the season by claiming two major titles—his first ever—at the PGA Championship and the Open. Schauffele’s triumphs in golf’s most prestigious tournaments signaled his rise to the top echelon of the sport.

His breakthrough win at Valhalla was followed by an inspired performance at Royal Troon, where his stellar final round secured the Claret Jug. While Scheffler continued to add to his trophy cabinet, it was Schauffele’s victories in the majors that defined 2024, making him the standout player in the eyes of many.