Xander Schauffele’s recent performance in major tournaments has sparked discussions about his potential to achieve a career grand slam.
He needs victories at The Masters and the US Open to complete the set, and his track record in these events is impressive—runner-up at The Masters and never worse than T14 at the US Open.
Schauffele himself has acknowledged this goal, saying, “Yeah, I mean, before I had any Majors, it’s something I’ve always wanted. I’m one step closer and still have a long way to go. But if you don’t see yourself doing it, you’re never going to do it.”
Who Could Be Next?
The question remains: who will be the next male golfer to complete the career grand slam? Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, and Phil Mickelson are all just one win away from achieving this feat. Others like Brooks Koepka, Collin Morikawa, Dustin Johnson—and of course Schauffele—are two wins away.
Fans might wonder if anyone can actually pull it off soon.
Nick Bonfield believes Schauffele is most likely to succeed next. He argues that Schauffele’s game suits both The Masters and the US Open perfectly. He also dismisses Jordan Spieth as being past his prime and doubts Rory McIlroy will ever win The Masters.
Jonny Leighfield thinks McIlroy has a better shot at winning The Masters before anyone else completes their grand slam. He points out that McIlroy has been close in recent years and should be highly motivated after seeing his peers’ successes this year.
Michael Weston places his bet on Jordan Spieth despite recent struggles. He believes Spieth’s talent could shine through at next year’s PGA Championship if everything aligns perfectly for him.
Paul Higham suggests that while McIlroy might still be a favorite due to needing only one more win (The Masters), Xander Schauffele should not be overlooked given his current form. Higham notes how players often dominate for periods—like Koepka or Johnson—and sees Schauffele capable of such a run too.
In conclusion: Who do you think will complete their career grand slam first?
