Xander Schauffele vs Collin Morikawa
Next-Gen Major Stars — 2 vs 2 Majors
Quick Stats Comparison
| Statistic | Xander Schauffele | Collin Morikawa |
|---|---|---|
| Total Major Wins | 2 | 2 |
| First Major | 2024 PGA (age 30) | 2020 PGA (age 23) |
| PGA Championships | 1 (2024) | 1 (2020) |
| Open Championships | 1 (2024) | 1 (2021) |
| Masters Wins | 0 | 0 |
| US Open Wins | 0 | 0 |
| World Ranking Peak | #2 | #1 |
| Olympic Gold | ✅ Yes (Tokyo 2020) | ❌ No |
| Both Majors Same Year | ✅ Yes (2024) | ❌ No |
Major Championships Breakdown
Xander Schauffele (2)
Collin Morikawa (2)
Career Storyline Comparison
- 2017: Schauffele wins PGA Tour Rookie of the Year; Morikawa still at Cal Berkeley
- 2020: Morikawa wins PGA Championship on his major debut at TPC Harding Park — a rare feat
- 2020 (Olympics): Schauffele wins Olympic gold at Tokyo — the first golf gold for USA since 1900
- 2021: Morikawa wins The Open at Royal St George's in only his second Open start; reaches world #1
- 2022-2023: Both contend consistently but no major breakthroughs
- 2024: Schauffele's breakout — wins both PGA Championship at Valhalla AND The Open at Royal Troon in the same year
- 2024 significance: Schauffele becomes first player to win 2 majors in same year since Tiger Woods in 2000
Analysis
Morikawa's Edge
- Won first major on first attempt: Extremely rare — won 2020 PGA in his first major start
- Reached world #1: Held the top ranking in 2021-2022; Schauffele peaked at #2
- Earlier start: Won first major at 23 vs Schauffele's 30
- Iron play: Considered one of the best ball-strikers of his generation
Schauffele's Edge
- Two majors in same year: Elite achievement — first since Tiger in 2000
- Olympic gold medal: Morikawa doesn't have one
- More consistent across all 4 majors: Strong contender everywhere
- Clutch performer: Known for delivering in pressure moments
Verdict
Tied at 2 majors each, but with different paths: Morikawa was the prodigy who won immediately; Schauffele was the patient grinder who exploded in 2024. Both are under 33, both have 0 Masters wins.
Key question: Which player breaks through for major #3 first? Augusta may be where the next chapter is written.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Xander Schauffele won a major?
Yes — Xander Schauffele has won 2 major championships: the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla (by 1 shot) and the 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon (by 2 shots). He became the first player since Tiger Woods in 2000 to win two majors in the same calendar year.
Did Collin Morikawa win a major on his first try?
Yes — Collin Morikawa won the 2020 PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park in his very first major start, a rare achievement. He followed that up by winning the 2021 Open Championship at Royal St George's in only his second Open attempt.