Xander Schauffele's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Xander Schauffele.

Xander Schauffele is a highly accomplished American professional golfer on the PGA Tour. His notable achievements include winning the 2017 Tour Championship and securing a gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in the men's individual golf event. In 2024, Schauffele achieved major championship success, winning both the PGA Championship and the Open Championship, solidifying his position as one of the top golfers in the world.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1904: Last American to win Olympic Gold Medal in golf

Prior to Xander Schauffele's win in 2021, the last time an American won an Olympic gold medal in golf was in 1904.

1980: Began record tracking at Masters Tournament

Xander Schauffele joined the ranks of players who have achieved 25 or more birdies in a single Masters since 1980, when such records began being tracked.

2001: Phil Mickelson had 25 birdies at the Masters

In 2001, Phil Mickelson achieved 25 birdies at the Masters Tournament.

2011: Won California State High School Championship

In 2011, Xander Schauffele, playing for Scripps Ranch High School, was the individual winner of the California State High School Championship (California Interscholastic Federation, CIF).

2012: Big West Conference Freshman of the Year

In 2012, Xander Schauffele, during his freshman year at California State University Long Beach, was named the Big West Conference Freshman of the Year and received First Team All-Big West awards.

2014: Won California State Amateur Championship

In 2014, Xander Schauffele defeated Beau Hossler to win the California State Amateur Championship at La Costa Resort and Spa. He later lost to Hossler in the final match at the Western Amateur.

2015: Jordan Spieth had 28 birdies at the Masters

In 2015, Jordan Spieth recorded 28 birdies at the Masters Tournament.

2016: Finished 299th in the World Golf Ranking

At the end of 2016, Xander Schauffele finished 299th in the Official World Golf Ranking, a position he would improve dramatically the following year.

June 2017: Recorded bogey-free round at U.S. Open debut

In June 2017, at the U.S. Open held at Erin Hills, Xander Schauffele recorded a bogey-free 6-under-par 66 in his first appearance, eventually finishing in a tie for fifth place.

2017: Voted Rookie of the Year

In 2017, Xander Schauffele was voted Rookie of the Year by his peers, marking a significant recognition of his achievements.

2017: Won Tour Championship

In 2017, Xander Schauffele won the Tour Championship, marking a significant milestone in his career.

October 2018: Won WGC-HSBC Champions

In October 2018, Xander Schauffele won the WGC-HSBC Champions event in Shanghai, China, defeating Tony Finau in a playoff.

2018: Brooks Koepka won two majors

In 2018, Brooks Koepka won the U.S. Open and the PGA Championship. In July of 2024, Schauffele became the first golfer to win multiple majors in the same year since Brooks Koepka.

January 2019: Won Sentry Tournament of Champions

In January 2019, Xander Schauffele won the Sentry Tournament of Champions in Maui, Hawaii, returning a course record equaling 11-under-par 62 in the final round.

August 2019: Placed 4th in the Wyndham Rewards Top 10

In early August 2019, Xander Schauffele placed 4th in the inaugural 2019 Wyndham Rewards Top 10.

December 2019: Played in the Presidents Cup

In December 2019, Xander Schauffele played on the U.S. team at the Presidents Cup at Royal Melbourne Golf Club in Australia, contributing to the U.S. team's victory.

2020: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In 2020, Xander Schauffele won the gold medal at the men's individual golf event of the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan, showcasing his talent on the international stage.

2021: Won Zurich Classic of New Orleans

In April 2021, Xander Schauffele, alongside Patrick Cantlay, won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, a team event. In June, he won the Travelers Championship. In July, he won the J. P. McManus Pro-Am and the Genesis Scottish Open.

2021: Won Olympic Gold Medal

In August 2021, Xander Schauffele won the Olympic gold medal in golf, becoming the first American since 1904 to achieve this feat.

May 2024: Won PGA Championship

In May 2024, Xander Schauffele secured his first major victory with a birdie on the final hole at the PGA Championship held at Valhalla Golf Club, finishing with a record low score of 21 under par for a major championship.