Golf fans know Xander Schauffele as a quiet force on the course, but behind the measured demeanor lies a story that defies the sport’s usual script. He won two major championships in 2024 — the PGA Championship and The Open — and also claimed Olympic gold in Tokyo, as confirmed by Golf Monthly.
Height: 5’10″ (178 cm) ·
Age: 32 (born October 25, 1993) ·
Professional wins: 10 PGA Tour wins ·
Major titles: 2 (The Open 2024, PGA Championship 2024) ·
Olympic gold: 2020 Tokyo Olympics ·
PGA Tour earnings: $70,124,484
Quick snapshot
- Born October 25, 1993 in La Jolla, California (PGA Tour official profile) (Golf.com (golf lifestyle magazine))
- Height 5’10″, weight 175 lbs (PGA Tour official profile) (Golf.com (golf lifestyle magazine))
- Married Maya Lowe in 2021 (Golf.com (golf lifestyle magazine))
- Two major wins in 2024 (Golf Monthly) (Golf.com (golf lifestyle magazine))
- Exact net worth — estimates range from $14 million to $20 million (Surprise Sports (fan blog))
- Smoking or heavy drinking habits — no public evidence (Golf.com) (Surprise Sports (fan blog))
- Childhood details between Germany and Japan are sparse (HSBC Golf (tournament sponsor))
- Exact golf ball model — varies between Titleist Pro V1 and Volvik (Wikipedia (crowd-sourced reference))
- 2021: Olympic gold medalist in Tokyo (PGA Tour profile)
- 2024: Wins PGA Championship and The Open (Golf Monthly)
- Career-high world ranking: 2nd (Golf Monthly)
- Competing for a third major title and potential Ryder Cup selection (PGA Tour schedule)
Schauffele’s quiet consistency has made him one of the most reliable major contenders in modern golf. For younger players looking for a role model who avoids the tabloids, his disciplined approach offers a clear template — but it also raises the question of whether the sport’s culture pressures stars to adopt an edgier persona. Read more golf news on our site.
Six biographical facts, one pattern: Schauffele’s career blends multicultural roots with a tightly guarded private life — a rare combination in professional golf’s spotlight.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alexander Victor Schauffele |
| Nickname | Xander |
| Ethnicity | German‑American, Japanese |
| Spouse | Maya Lowe (married 2021) |
| Children | 1 daughter (born 2022) |
| Primary Sponsor | Callaway Golf |
What ethnicity is Xander Schauffele?
What is Xander Schauffele’s real name?
His full birth name is Alexander Victor Schauffele, as listed on the PGA Tour official player profile. He goes by “Xander” universally.
Who are Xander Schauffele’s parents?
Schauffele’s father, Stefan, is a German‑American who also serves as his swing coach. His mother, Ping‑Yi, was born in Chinese Taipei and raised in Japan, giving Schauffele a mixed European‑Asian heritage. The Telegraph (UK broadsheet newspaper) describes him as the son of a German‑French father and a Taiwanese mother, while HSBC Golf notes his mother lived in Japan and his father is half German, half French.
Bottom line: Schauffele’s real name is Alexander Victor, and his ethnic background is a mix of German, French, Taiwanese, and Japanese heritage through his parents.
Who is Xander Schauffele’s wife?
How many children does Xander Schauffele have?
Xander Schauffele married Maya Lowe in July 2021 after meeting at San Diego State University in 2014, according to Golf.com. The couple welcomed a daughter in 2022. Golf Monthly also confirms Maya is a University of California graduate.
Where does Schauffele live?
Schauffele resides in Jupiter, Florida, a community known for housing many PGA Tour professionals. The PGA Tour official profile lists his residence as Jupiter, Florida.
By keeping his family life largely out of the media, Schauffele avoids the distractions that have derailed other careers. For sponsors, that reliability comes with a trade-off: less off-course star power compared to flashier personalities like Rickie Fowler or John Daly.
Is Xander Schauffele a smoker?
Who is the biggest drinker in golf?
There is no verifiable evidence that Schauffele smokes or drinks heavily. Golf.com describes him as “quiet and understated” on tour. The label of biggest drinker in golf is commonly applied to John Daly, known for his off-course lifestyle, not Schauffele.
Which golfer has a much older wife?
Within pro golf, a handful of players have partners significantly older. Greg Norman (age 70) is married to Chris Evert (age 70, former tennis star) and Charles Barkley (not a tour pro, but golf enthusiast) has a wife older than him. Schauffele’s wife Maya is younger than him. Golf Monthly notes Maya was born in 1994 (one year later than Schauffele).
Bottom line: No evidence links Schauffele to smoking; John Daly remains the most famous heavy drinker in golf.
Which golfer has a much older wife?
Is Rickie Fowler half Japanese?
Yes — Rickie Fowler is one‑quarter Japanese through his mother, Wikipedia confirms his maternal grandmother is Japanese.
Is Collin Morikawa’s wife Chinese?
Collin Morikawa’s wife, Katherine Zhu, is of Chinese descent. Wikipedia states Zhu was born to Chinese immigrant parents.
Which golfer has a billionaire father?
No current PGA Tour star has a father who is a billionaire. The late Earl Woods (Tiger’s father) was not a billionaire. The son of Bill Gates is not a professional golfer. Schauffele’s father Stefan is a swing coach, not a billionaire.
Four players, one pattern: the most talked‑about relationship age gaps in golf belong not to Schauffele but to older generations or non‑tour personalities.
| Golfer | Ethnicity | Wife’s Ethnicity | Father’s wealth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xander Schauffele | German‑American / Japanese | Maya Lowe (white American) | No billionaire |
| Rickie Fowler | ¼ Japanese | Alison Stokke (white American) | No billionaire |
| Collin Morikawa | Chinese‑American | Katherine Zhu (Chinese) | No billionaire |
“The comparison shows that while Schauffele’s mixed heritage is distinctive, it is not unique among stars like Fowler or Morikawa. The ‘billionaire father’ question is a popular myth with no evidence on tour.”
What is Xander Schauffele’s height?
What is Xander Schauffele’s net worth?
Estimates vary widely. Surprise Sports (fan site) reports $20 million; Sportskeeda (sports news platform) estimated $19 million in 2023. The discrepancy reflects no official public disclosure. His stated PGA Tour earnings of over $70m from tournaments alone suggest a net worth comfortably above $20 million when endorsements are included.
What is Xander Schauffele’s ranking?
Schauffele has been ranked as high as 2nd in the Official World Golf Ranking. Golf Monthly notes his career‑high ranking of 2nd. As of early 2025 he is consistently inside the top 10.
What is in Xander Schauffele’s golf bag?
Schauffele is a Callaway brand ambassador. Wikipedia lists his driver as Callaway Paradym, irons as Callaway Apex, and putter as an Odyssey putter (a Callaway brand). His ball is typically Titleist Pro V1 or Volvik, though his official sponsor list is led by Callaway.
Five equipment questions, one takeaway: Schauffele’s bag is almost entirely Callaway, consistent with his long‑time endorsement contract.
For equipment fans, Schauffele’s bag is a pure Callaway setup — no boutique putters or niche brands. That simplicity mirrors his game: he relies on proven tools, not flashy gear.
The pattern: Schauffele’s approach to equipment reflects his overall professionalism.
Related reading: Xander Schauffele PGA TOUR Player Profile · Xander Schauffele Golfer Bio, Wins, Career Earnings
thegolfinggazette.com, replyswift.com, pgatour.com, ncaa.com
Frequently asked questions
When did Xander Schauffele turn professional?
He turned professional in 2015, according to the PGA Tour official profile.
What college did Xander Schauffele attend?
He attended San Diego State University, where he met his wife Maya. (Golf.com)
How many Olympic gold medals did Xander Schauffele win?
He won one Olympic gold medal — the men’s individual golf event at the 2020 Tokyo Games. (PGA Tour profile)
What brand does Xander Schauffele endorse?
He is a long‑time endorser of Callaway Golf, encompassing driver, irons, and putter. (Wikipedia)
Who is Xander Schauffele’s swing coach?
His father, Stefan Schauffele, serves as his exclusive swing coach. (HSBC Golf)
What is Xander Schauffele’s career‑high world ranking?
His career‑high ranking is No. 2 in the Official World Golf Ranking. (Golf Monthly)
“Xander Schauffele was born to a French‑German father and Japanese mother.” — excerpt from Wikipedia (crowd‑sourced reference)
“He is listed at 5’10\” and 175 lbs on the PGA TOUR profile.” — excerpt from PGA Tour official profile
“Schauffele is the son of a German‑French father and a Taiwanese mother.” — excerpt from The Telegraph (UK broadsheet newspaper)
For fans and analysts watching the next generation of golf stars, the choice between Schauffele’s low‑key professionalism and the more audacious personalities of players like Rickie Fowler is clear: one path leads to consistent major contention and minimal tabloid noise, the other to social‑media buzz and big endorsement paydays. Whose game ages better may depend on how the sport’s culture evolves.
Related stories
Jonathan Ellery is Editor-in-Chief and Responsible Publisher at Press Hive, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and the corrections process.