Xander Schauffele has come close a few times at Augusta National, including in 2021 when a water ball at the par-3 16th ruined his chances of winning.
For the first time in his career, Schauffele missed the weekend at the Masters last season.
The Olympic golf medalist dealt with an injury early in 2023 but has bounced back nicely with five top-20 finishes in his last seven starts.
You could argue Schauffele is the biggest name in golf without a major championship on their resume. That could all change in a week.
Current odds to win 2023 Masters: +2400
Below is Schauffele’s complete history at the Masters.
Xander Schauffele talks with Kevin Kisner on No. 2 during the second round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, Friday, April 6, 2018. (Photo by Scott K. Brown/Augusta National via Getty Images)
Finish: T-50
Score: 8 over
Earnings: $27,720
Masters champion: Patrick Reed
Xander Schauffele after putting on the 2nd green during the final round of The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports
Finish: T-2
Score: 12 under
Earnings: $858,667
Masters champion: Tiger Woods
Xander Schaufele looks at his ball after missing a putt on the seventh hole during the first round of the Masters golf tournament Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Finish: T-17
Score: 7 under
Earnings: $178,250
Masters champion: Dustin Johnson
Hideki Matsuyama greets Xander Schauffele after winning The Masters golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports
Finish: T-3
Score: 7 under
Earnings: $667,000
Masters champion: Hideki Matsuyama
Xander Schauffele hits out of the fairway bunker on no. 2 during the second round of The Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Course. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Davis Tucker-Augusta Chronicle/USA TODAY Sports
Finish: MC
Score: 7 over
Earnings: $10,000
Masters champion: Scottie Scheffler
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