Xander Schauffele is on top of the world at this moment in time, with the American boasting two major wins in 2024.
His first arrived at the PGA Championship in May, with the 30-year-old following that success up at The Open earlier this month.
The wins should give Schauffele plenty of confidence heading into the 2024 Olympics, as will the fact he is the defending champion.
Representing Team USA, the American golfer won the gold medal at the 2020 competition in Tokyo, Japan.
He will now be keen on replicating that success in Paris, with Le Golf National hosting the golf event this week.
Xander Schauffele notices Le Golf National change ahead of the Olympics
The iconic venue is certainly familiar with hosting major events, with the 2018 Ryder Cup having taken place on the French course.
Schauffele has just played a practice round on the course in order to familarise himself with its challenges, with the world number two hugely excited for the event.
“This is really special here,” Schauffele told Golf Channel. “I just played 18 holes. It’s an amazing property.
“Looks like an awesome course to spectate at as well. Playing under the US flag is one thing and having some fans out is going to make it an even more special event.
“I think it was a little tricked up [for the Ryder Cup], I saw some coverage and highlights. Just playing the first hole, one I felt like that arena is great and watching guys that iron off that hole, I hit a three wood today because it’s a bit softer.
“Those guys were hitting iron which was rolling out 30 or 40 yards and then if you were in the rough it was knee high, then you are hitting a lot of shots over water.
“I think the course is really difficult. Happy the rough isn’t as high as the Ryder Cup otherwise it would be impossible but looking forward to it.”
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The American had kept a low profile following his latest major win, although Schauffele finally broke his silence with a social media post to celebrate his success at The Open.
But his attentions have now turned to Paris, with Scottie Scheffler praising Schauffele’s attitude after their practice round together.
The former joins the latter in the favourites to secure the grand prize at Le Golf National, although several other stars will be in contention.
Major champions Collin Morikawa and Wyndham Clark complete Team USA, with Rory McIlroy also in the 60-strong field.
Schauffele shot a four under 67 to clinch the gold medal last time out, defeating Rory Sabbatini by one shot.
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