SAN DIEGO – Xander Schauffele was born in La Jolla, played much of his high school golf with Torrey Pines and celebrated Tiger Woods’ historic putt on the 72nd hole at the 2008 US Open from the gallery, but that Layout by the sea wasn’t exactly that.A friendly home for the 27-year-old.
In five starts at the Farmers Insurance Open, he missed the cut four times with a tie for the 25th time in 2019, the high point of his professional career at Torrey Pines.
« I am aware that Torrey Pines was not a place that was too friendly for me, even though I love to play here, » said Schauffele.
Schauffele will be two looks this year throw at Torrey Pines. The US Open is slated to return to the South Course in June. The added intensity of a big championship could change his perspective and fate at Torrey Pines.
« I think when things get tough and difficult I like to buckle up and put my head down to get to work do, « he said. “Maybe I need to keep that mindset here for this week instead of just being relaxed here in my hometown and treating you like it’s a US Open. Maybe I have to think about it. “
BY Brentley Romine
BY Rex Hoggard
BY Rex Hoggard
Soft fairways. Receptive greens. Simple ups and downs. « To be honest, a lot felt wrong, » said Xander Schauffele.
Xander Schauffele came second in the Tour Championship, but the OWGR officials rewarded him as if he had won the tournament. </ Xander Schauffele shot the lowest four-round total at East Lake this week, but it wasn't enough to win because the start was staggered.
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