Xander Schauffele Surges in U.S. Open Round 2

Xander Schauffele surged back in the 2026 U.S. Open with a 4-under 66 in Round 2, positioning himself at 3 under for the tournament.

What happened at Shinnecock Hills?

Wyndham Clark set a new 36-hole scoring record at Shinnecock Hills, making 215 feet worth of putts and taking control of the championship. Xander Schauffele finds himself on the first page of the leaderboard once again at a U.S. Open.

How does Xander Schauffele practice patience in golf?

Schauffele has always been patient, with his father's saying "A steady drip caves the stone" guiding his approach to the game. He has two majors, an Olympic gold medal, and a slew of accolades attached to his name.

What's next for Xander Schauffele at the U.S. Open?

Schauffele will look to build on his strong Round 2 performance and make a push for the top of the leaderboard. He has a strong record at the U.S. Open, having never finished outside the top 15 in the championship. The two-time major champion has a rate of major top-10 finishes that has surpassed the 50% mark with two in a row in 2026. Schauffele's patience was tested in 2025 due to a rib injury that sidelined him for a few months. He didn't feel 100% himself on the golf course for roughly a year and missed the Tour Championship for the first time in his career.