World Golf Ranking: Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele Lead US Players
08/19/2024 by Golf Post Editors
Update on the World Golf Ranking, focusing on the top American golfers and general top-10 changes. Hideki Matsuyama moves into the Top 10.
Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele lead the World Golf Ranking. (Source: Getty)
The World Golf Ranking has seen some movements this week among American golfers. Scottie Scheffler remains at the top, securing the global number one position with no change from last week. Xander Schauffele also maintains his position, holding firmly at the second spot with no variation from the previous week. Schauffele’s consistent performance ensures that he stays a strong contender in the rankings.
World Golf Ranking: Third to Fifth Best American Players
Wyndham Clark is the third top-ranking American player, staying constant at position five. Collin Morikawa, on the other hand, has seen a decline, moving from position six to seven this week. Meanwhile, Patrick Cantlay also drops one position to the 9th spot in the ranking.
World Golf Ranking: Hideki Matsuyama Storms in the Top-10
At the top of the overall World Golf Ranking, there are some changes worth noting. Scottie Scheffler remains the number one, followed closely by Xander Schauffele. Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland holds the third spot without change. Ludvig Aberg of Sweden retains his fourth place. Hideki Matsuyama from Japan made a significant leap from twelfth to sixth place, thanks to his win at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Viktor Hovland from Norway slipped slightly from seventh to eighth. Bryson DeChambeau rounds out the top ten, moving from position nine to ten.
| Player Name | Current Rank | Last Week’s Rank | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottie Scheffler | 1 | 1 | USA |
| Xander Schauffele | 2 | 2 | USA |
| Wyndham Clark | 5 | 5 | USA |
| Collin Morikawa | 7 | 6 | USA |
| Patrick Cantlay | 9 | 8 | USA |
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