Xander Schauffele posted a 4-under-par second round, bringing his two-day total to 134 at the Scottish Open, placing him tied for 10th alongside Victor Perez and others. His consistent performance secured another cut and extended an impressive streak recognized by the PGA Tour.
Historic Milestone Places Schauffele Among Golf Greats
The PGA Tour announced that with this cut, Schauffele has now made 68 consecutive cuts starting from the 2022 Masters. This achievement ranks him alongside legendary players like Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Byron Nelson, who have all set remarkable records for consecutive cuts made.
Schauffele’s 68 straight made cuts is the longest active streak on TOUR and sixth-longest streak in TOUR history (Tiger Woods/142; Byron Nelson/113; Jack Nicklaus/105; Hale Irwin/86; Dow Finsterwald/72).
—PGA Tour
Schauffele’s Form and Challenges This Season
Coming off his first Scottish Open victory in 2022, Schauffele remains in strong shape despite having dealt with a rib injury earlier this season. His current tie for 10th at the 2024 event reflects his resilience and steady play on the course.
Rory McIlroy Impresses at Renaissance Club
Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy delivered a strong second round with a 5-under 65, positioning himself in fifth place at 7-under for the tournament. Playing near his home at the Renaissance Club and following his career Grand Slam, McIlroy expressed confidence and readiness for the weekend.
I’m feeling pretty good. I did a lot of good things today,
he shared before the weekend.
Still a couple of loose shots here and there but overall I thought it was a good day and obviously excited for the weekend right in the thick of things, in contention going into the last two days.
—Rory McIlroy
Unexpected Withdrawal Shakes Up Tournament
The Scottish Open also witnessed an unexpected setback as a PGA Tour golfer withdrew abruptly during the first round. This unforeseen exit brought additional drama and shifted the tournament dynamics early on, highlighting the demanding nature of the event.
Xander Schauffele’s 68 straight cuts mark a significant PGA Tour milestone, placing him among golf’s most consistent competitors. This streak not only demonstrates his skill and durability but also sets a high standard for excellence as he continues to compete at elite levels. His performance at the Scottish Open maintains his reputation for steady results, and with the weekend ahead, golf fans will watch closely to see if this impressive run extends further.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Xander Schauffele a smoker?
A. Schauffele enjoys smoking cigars and started at ten, thanks to his father. His top choice is the Montecristo No. 2. Cigar Aficionado has highlighted him.
Q. Is Xander Schauffele a Liv player?
A. He has said before that he talked with LIV but decided not to join them. He criticized Tour commissioner Jay Monahan when talks began between the Tour and LIV’s supporter, the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund. Since 2017, as the world’s number five golfer, he continues to compete on the PGA Tour.
Q. Is Xander Schauffele on Liv?
A. After Xander Schauffele’s victory at the PGA Championship, his father has stated that Xander will not be joining LIV Golf.
Q. Does xander schauffele liv?
A. Xander Schauffele Legion wrote, “Nope, no LIV.” Although Schauffele talked to LIV representatives before, he was never near joining the Saudi-funded project.