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.
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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.
2018
Finish: T-50
Score: 8 over
Earnings: $27,720
Masters champion: Patrick Reed
2019
Finish: T-2
Score: 12 under
Earnings: $858,667
Masters champion: Tiger Woods
2020
Finish: T-17
Score: 7 under
Earnings: $178,250
Masters champion: Dustin Johnson
2021
Finish: T-3
Score: 7 under
Earnings: $667,000
Masters champion: Hideki Matsuyama
2022
Finish: MC
Score: 7 over
Earnings: $10,000
Masters champion: Scottie Scheffler
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