Xander Schauffele has cemented himself as a major player. The 30-year-old won the 2024 British Open on Sunday for his second major victory of the year. Primary Menu Sections

Xander Schauffele turned in a bogey-free 65 to win the British Open, his second major championship of 2024, a victory that was for both father and son. Advertisement John Deere Classic

Xander Schauffele celebrates his victory at the Open on July 21, 2024. (Charlie Crowhurst/R&A/R&A via Getty Images) "It’s a dream come true to win two majors in one year," Schauffele said.

Xander Schauffele was utterly unflappable, finishing 9-under par at the British Open after shooting a final-round 6-under-par 65. X marked the spot at the PGA Championship in May at Valhalla.

Xander Schauffele is eager to defend his British Open title at Royal Portrush, although he acknowledges the unique challenges of the course. After a victory at Royal Troon, he is ready to adapt to the new test and draw on his previous experiences,

Xander Schauffele is super-excited at the prospect of trying to defend his British Open title at Royal Portrush this week but says he will have to come up with a different plan to the one that took him to victory 12 months ago.

Of the 16 back-to-back Open Championship winners, two have won three in a row (Jamie Anderson, Bob Ferguson) while one (Young Tom Morris) captured four straight. The longest drought between back-to-back winners came from 1983 to 2005, which saw 23 years of non-consecutive champions before Tiger Woods accomplished the feat in '05 and '06.

Winning the Claret Jug and being the “Champion Golfer of the Year” has been an intoxicating feeling for 2024 British Open winner Xander Schauffele.

The British Open returns to Royal Portrush this week as the world's top golfers descend on Northern Ireland, all with eyes on the Claret Jug. Xander Schauffele (USA) World ranking: 3 British Open best: Winner (2024) -- Schauffele backed up his maiden major victory at last year's PGA Championship with a two-shot win at Royal Troon,