Xander Schauffele shows true colours as ‘best year ever’ not enough vs Scottie Scheffler

Xander Schauffele’s remarkable 2024 season marked the best year of his golf career, securing victories at the PGA Championship and the Open Championship. Despite these achievements, Schauffele admits that even his stellar performances were not enough to surpass Scottie Scheffler, who continues to dominate the golf world.

Scheffler’s impressive run, including seven tour titles and a gold medal at the Paris Olympics, solidified his position as the world’s No.1 golfer. Schauffele remains proud of his progress but acknowledges the immense challenge of competing with Scheffler’s consistent excellence on the PGA Tour.

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**Q1: What major victories did Xander Schauffele achieve in 2024?**
**A1:** Xander Schauffele won the PGA Championship and the Open Championship in 2024.

**Q2: Who is currently ranked No.1 in the world of golf?**
**A2:** Scottie Scheffler holds the No.1 spot in the world of golf.

**Q3: How many tour titles did Scottie Scheffler win in 2024?**
**A3:** Scottie Scheffler won seven tour titles in 2024, including the Masters.

**Q4: What change did Schauffele make to improve his game in 2024?**
**A4:** Xander Schauffele began working with coach Chris Como, leading to his best career performances.

**Q5: How does Schauffele feel about his overall performance in 2024?**
**A5:** Schauffele is satisfied with his performance, though he acknowledges the challenge of catching up to Scheffler.