Xander Schauffele Reaches No. 2 in Official World Golf Ranking
Xander Schauffele has reached No. 2 in the Official World Golf Ranking for the first time in his career after winning the 2024 PGA Championship ¹ ² ³ ⁴ ⁵. Here are some details about his achievement:
– *Career-best ranking*: Schauffele’s victory in the PGA Championship helped him achieve a career-best No. 2 in the world ranking.
– *FedExCup standings*: He also moved to No. 2 in the FedExCup standings, lessening the gap between him and Scottie Scheffler.
– *Consistency in 2024*: Schauffele had seven top-10s in 11 starts before arriving at Valhalla, including runners-up at THE PLAYERS and last week’s Wells Fargo Championship.
– *Surpassing Rory McIlroy*: Schauffele surpassed McIlroy in the world ranking with Sunday’s win, moving up one spot after his first major victory.