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World Golf Ranking: UK Players in the spotlight

Rory McIlroy remains in second place leading the UK-Players. Fitzpatrick loses his 7th spot to Max Homa. (Photos: Getty)
Rory McIlroy remains in second place leading the UK-Players. Fitzpatrick loses his 7th spot to Max Homa. (Photos: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler remains the leading player in the World Golf Ranking. The best UK-Player is Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland, who is unchallenged in second place in the rankings.

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Top UK Names in the World Golf Ranking

The subsequent group of UK players sees a shuffle in the World Golf Ranking. While England’s Tyrrell Hatton rises to the 12th spot putting pressure on the Top Ten, Matt Fitzpatrick loses his 7th spot to Max Homa, who won the Nedbank Golf Challenge on the DP World Tour in South Africa.

Tommy Fleetwood remains steady at the 15th spot. The next UK Player in the Ranking is Shane Lowry at the 35th spot.

The Power of Three: Top of the World Golf Ranking

Back at the forefront of the World Golf Ranking, Spain’s Jon Rahm at 3rd consolidates his reputation as a true golf titan. He joins Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy in the foremost trio.

The World Golf Ranking is no stranger to twists and shifts in the top 10. From America, Max Homa’s upward swing garners him the 7th position, showcasing an evident advancement compared to last week. However, Brian Harman and Wyndham Clark from the USA hold their spots, sitting comfortably at 9th and 10th respectively.

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World Golf Ranking: Scottie Scheffler holds Top Spot, Max Homa climbs

Scottie Scheffler remains at the Top. Max Homa brings movement to the Top 10. (Photos: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler remains at the Top. Max Homa brings movement to the Top 10. (Photos: Getty)

In the current World Golf Ranking, American Scottie Scheffler continues to firmly hold the first place, followed by Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy in second. The next three slots are filled by Spain’s Jon Rahm, Norway’s Viktor Hovland, and once again an American, Patrick Cantlay.

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World Golf Ranking: Americans dominating the Top 10

The battle among Americans on the World Golf Ranking continues with Xander Schauffele in sixth place. With Max Homa climbing one spot to seventh there finally is movement in the Top 10 after a long time. As a result, Matt Fitzpatrick falls to eighth place. Brian Harman and Wyndham Clark round out the top ten, placing ninth and tenth, without a change from previous week.

Top Positions & Movements in The World Golf Ranking

Topping the World Golf Ranking is Scottie Scheffler, steadfast at number one. Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland maintains his second position while Spain’s Jon Rahm fixed at third. These players continue their impressive performance, dominating the top spots of the ranking.

Max Homa catches up with the two Americans in front of him with his victory at the Nedbank Golf Challenge on the DP World Tour in South Africa. The American golfers are thus increasing the pressure on the European block, which is breathing down Scottie Scheffler’s neck.

The World Golf Ranking warrants close attention as it paints the current picture of world golf, signaling who’s up, who’s down, and the ones to watch in forthcoming tournaments.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler at 1, the best UK players at a glance

No changes in the World Golf Ranking's top positions. Fleetwood stays at 15th. (Photo: Getty)
No changes in the World Golf Ranking's top positions. Fleetwood stays at 15th. (Photo: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler retains his unrivaled position on the World Golf Ranking, securing the top slot for another week. From Northern Ireland, Rory McIlroy follows in the 2nd place. This duo is leading the World Golf Ranking with remarkable consistency.

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Top British Players in the World Golf Ranking

Following the lead of Rory McIlroy one more UK player is part of the Top 10 in the World Golf Ranking. Standing strong at the 7th place, Matt Fitzpatrick from England shows consistency. Further, Tyrrell Hatton, also hailing from England, assumes the 13th position, while Tommy Fleetwood secures his place at 15th in the ranking, rounding up the representation from the country within the top echelons of this global listing.

World Golf Ranking Unveils its Top Ten

We shift the focus to the rest of the top 10 in the World Golf Ranking. Following Jon Rahm from Spain at the 3rd place, Viktor Hovland from Norway at number 4 gives way to a series of strong US golfers, from Patrick Cantlay at the 5th rank, followed by Xander Schauffele, Max Homa, Brian Harman, and Wyndham Clark rounded up to the top 10 of the ranking, raising the banner up high for American golf in the leaderboard.

This comprehensive review of the latest World Golf Ranking proves the dynamic nature of the sport, open to promising shifts in the positioning of these gifted players on the global golf scene. Though the statistics may change, the commitment to excellence and competitive spirit these players showcase, remains a constant.

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Scottie Scheffler holds the Reign in the World Golf Ranking whilst American players maintain solid footing

Scottie Scheffler continues to hold first place in the World Golf Ranking. (Photo: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler continues to hold first place in the World Golf Ranking. (Photo: Getty)

As the current World Golf Ranking leader, Scottie Scheffler retains his crown, Patrick Cantlay joins him atop the list as the second-ranking American player, coming in at the fifth position overall.

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Xander Schauffele, Max Homa and Brian Harman Complete American Contingent

Xander Schauffele upholds his sixth position whilst Max Homa secures the eighth slot in the World Golf Ranking. Closely following, Brian Harman clinches an impressive ninth place. Wyndham Clark rounds off the unchanged Top 10.

Top Trio in the World Golf Ranking

Scottie Scheffler (USA), Rory McIlroy (NIR), and Jon Rahm (ESP) respectively secure the most sought-after top three positions. These golfers have been consistent in their performances, proving their mettle on the courses against top competitors.

Finally, turning to the rest of the top 10 players in the World Golf Ranking, Viktor Hovland (NOR) lies in fourth place completing the European block chasing Scottie Scheffler. Xander Schauffele (USA) and Matt Fitzpatrick (ENG) hold the sixth and seventh slots, respectfully. With Collin Morikawa, Jordan Spieth and Co. six of the spots between 11th and 20th belong to US-players underlining the dominance in the World Golf Ranking.

While these rankings illustrate current standing, golf continues to remain an unpredictable yet enthralling sport. The World Golf Ranking serves as an ever-evolving leaderboard, strengthening the inherent excitement and competition within the sport we admire.

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OWGR: Jordan Smith improves in World Golf Ranking after second place in France

Jordan Smith rises in the World Golf Rankings. (Photo: Getty)
Jordan Smith rises in the World Golf Rankings. (Photo: Getty)

After taking a look at the 2023 World Golf Ranking, British players shine brightly among the best 300 global players. These players are showcasing classic British golf finesse and maintaining prominent positions in the World Golf Ranking.

Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland maintains his position at number 2 in the Golf World, illustrating his formidable skills and consistency. The English player Matt Fitzpatrick, standing on the 8th position in the World Golf Ranking, maintains his solid presence in the top 10. Another bright player from England, Tyrrell Hatton, stands on position 11 in the OWGR, just missing the top 10.

Stand-Still in the OWGR

Tommy Fleetwood from England made a small jump from 14 to 13 in the World Golf Ranking due to Australian LIV Golfer Cameron Smith loosing points. Having Justin Rose from England standing on position 37 is also note-worthy. Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre remains at 55, as well as English player Aaron Rai, who maintains his standing at 67. Jordan Smith made the most substantial improvements with a tied second place at the DP World Tour’s Open de France, recording a leap from 88 to 72.

Another notable story from the World Golf Ranking is Nathan Kimsey from England. Jumping from 167 to 161 in the World Golf Ranking shows improvement after a top 15 finish at the Open de France.

Top 10 Review of the World Golf Ranking

Speaking of an update in the top 10 positions of the OWGR, Scottie Scheffler from the USA maintains his number one status from last week. All positions from one to ten in the World Golf Ranking stay unmodified. The PGA Tour paused during the Solheim Cup and it’s players are resting up for the Ryder Cup 2023 in Italy. After next week more movement is to be expected in the OWGR.

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World Golf Ranking Update: Alex Fitzpatrick making exciting leap

Alex Fitzpatrick rises in the official world golf ranking. (Photo: Getty)
Alex Fitzpatrick rises in the official world golf ranking. (Photo: Getty)

Analyzing the 2023 World Golf Ranking, we find a total of seven English players in or close the top 100 of the world. In eighth position of the World Golf Ranking, Matt Fitzpatrick holds the highest rank. Tyrrell Hatton follows closely behind, sitting at 13th position. Contrary to his fellow countryman, Tommy Fleetwood moved one ranking up, now ranked 14th globally.

Spotlight on the Top of the British Golfers in the World Golf Ranking

Next on the list, we have Justin Rose in 34th slot, who maintained his rank compared to the previous week. Just over fifty steps behind Rose – and losing one ranking – sits Jordan Smith in the 85th spot. Situated between positions 92 and 105, we find Aaron Rai and Matt Wallace, with Wallace climbing one rank up this week.

Rising Stars and Tough Competition

Furthermore, the World Golf Ranking reveals that Callum Shinkwin looses five spots, landing at 128, Benjamin Taylor has moved down four positions to 131. Harry Hall slips down two spots to 138th. Alex Fitzpatrick, who showed a remarkable leap by gaining 27 places within a week, now holds the 139th position. Completing the Top 150 is Danny Willett.

Meanwhile, in the overall top ten segment of the World Golf Ranking, there’s no change going on. American player Scottie Scheffler continues to reign in the first position, while Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland holds the second spot, while Jon Rahm stays at 3rd position.

The bottom two of the top 10, Brian Harman and Wyndham Clark, maintain their positions at 9th and 10th, respectively, concluding the top ten players in the 2023 World Golf Ranking.

In summary, the Week’s World Golf Ranking brings some apparent shifts among British players, with Alex Fitzpatrick making the most exciting leap. As for the top ten, the competition remains tight, with  no new entries this week.

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Official World Golf Ranking: Timo Vahlenkamp jumps way up the board.

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Keep up with our straight-talking analysis, getting straight to the point on the developments in the last week and changes in the official world golf rankings.

Top 5 OWGR Leaderboard

# Name Nationality Points Total Points Gained Events
1 Jon Rahm ESP 492.37 342.51 48
2 Dustin Johnson USA 354.32 147.35 41
3 Collin Morikawa USA 407.43 315.33 52
4 Patrick Cantlay USA 305.73 242.87 41
5 Xander Schauffele USA 338.46 238.03 47

 

Jon Rahm takes the lead in the official world golf ranking this week. The Spaniard’s points average is 10.2577 at the time of publication. Rahm’s rank has not changed since the last count. ​ Behind him on the official world golf ranking is Dustin Johnson, 37 years old, at rank 2. The American has, compared to last week, not moved in the rankings. Ranked third this week is Collin Morikawa, 37, with a points average of 7.8351. Timo Vahlenkamp has made the biggest leap this week in the official world golf rankings He has managed to jump 572 places in the world ranking list, and is now sitting at 783 rank. The German jumped in just one week from rank 1355, with a current point average of 0.1301. The highest ranked Englishman in the official world golf rankings is currently Tyrrell Hatton, in place 17 and has, since last week, not changed in the rankings.

Jon Rahm disappointingly didn’t defend his title at the Open de Espana this weekend on the European Tour. However, he played a great game and his fans still met him with an outpour of support. He still is the number one ranked golfer.

MADRID, SPAIN – OCTOBER 10: Jon Rahm of Spain reacts with the crowds during the final round of The Open de Espana at Club de Campo Villa de Madrid on October 10, 2021 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
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Official World Golf Ranking: Ranking Week 40

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Follow the key developments with our straight-talking analysis, to brief you on how the key events of the last week have effected the official world golf rankings.

Top 5 OWGR Leaderboard

# Name Nationality Points Total Points Gained Events
1 Jon Rahm ESP 498.67 340.59 48
2 Dustin Johnson USA 360.59 147.35 42
3 Collin Morikawa USA 413.08 315.33 52
4 Patrick Cantlay USA 309.99 242.87 42
5 Xander Schauffele USA 343.82 238.03 48
Jon Rahm leads in the official world golf ranking this week. The Spaniard’s points average is 10.389 at the time of publication. Rahm’s rank has not changed since the last count. ​ Behind him on the official world golf ranking is Dustin Johnson, 37 years old, at rank 2. The American has, compared to last week, not changed positions in the rankings. Coming in third this week is Collin Morikawa, 37, with a points average of 7.9438. Daniel Greene is without the biggest winner in the official world golf rankings this week. He has managed to jump 392 places in the world ranking list, and is now sitting at 697 rank. The highest ranked Englishman in the official world golf rankings is currently Tyrrell Hatton, in place 17 and has remained unchanged since last week.
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Official World Golf Ranking: Rahm is the only European left on the board

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KOHLER, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 26: Collin Morikawa of team United States reacts to a missed putt during Sunday Singles Matches of the 43rd Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits on September 26, 2021 in Kohler, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
Keep up with our concise analysis, bringing you all the latest on the official world golf rankings this week.

Top 5 OWGR Leaderboard

# Name Nationality Points Total Points Gained Events
1 Jon Rahm ESP 506.78 340.59 48
2 Dustin Johnson USA 366.86 147.35 42
3 Collin Morikawa USA 418.71 315.33 52
4 Patrick Cantlay USA 314.26 242.87 42
5 Xander Schauffele USA 349.09 238.03 48
Jon Rahm is currently in the top spot of the official world golf ranking this week. The Spaniard’s points average is 10.558 at the time of publication. Rahm’s rank has not changed since last week.  After him on the official world golf ranking is Dustin Johnson, 37 years old, at rank 2. The American has, in comparison to last week, not gone up or down in the rankings. In third place this week is Collin Morikawa, 37, with a points average of 8.0522. Michael Kok has climbed the most places in the official world golf rankings this week. has managed to jump 413 places in the world ranking list, and is now sitting at 1081 rank. The South African jumped from position 1494, and now has a points average of 0.0649. The No.1 Englishman in the official world golf rankings is currently Tyrrell Hatton, in place 19 and is in the same position as last week.
Rahm still might be number 1, but definitely isn’t celebrating after this last weekend. The European team lost to USA at the 43rd Ryder Cup. The United States secured the 2021 Ryder Cup on Sunday after rookie Collin Morikawa secured the final half point to get to a 19-9 victory, which is the largest margin of victory in Ryder Cup history since the 28-point format came about. Morikawa commented on the win by saying, It was huge. I don’t think it’s just a win. I think this is a dominant win.” Morikawa deserves to celebrate the last weekend and now celebrate being number three on the leaderboard.
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Official World Golf Ranking: Can you guess who?

NAPA, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 16: Jon Rahm hits from the rough on the eighth hole during round one of the Fortinet Championship at Silverado Resort and Spa on September 16, 2021 in Napa, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)
Keep up with our concise analysis, looking at how the official world golf rankings have changed this week.

Top 5 OWGR Leaderboard

# Name Nationality Points Total Points Gained Events
1 Jon Rahm ESP 515.36 340.59 49
2 Dustin Johnson USA 373.14 147.35 42
3 Collin Morikawa USA 424.35 315.33 52
4 Patrick Cantlay USA 318.54 242.87 42
5 Xander Schauffele USA 354.37 238.03 48

Jon Rahm leads in the official world golf ranking this week. The Spaniard’s points average is 10.5175 at the time of publication. Rahm’s rank has not changed since last week. ​ Next up on the official world golf ranking list is Dustin Johnson, 37 years old, at rank 2. The American has, in comparison to last week, not gone up or down in the rankings. Third in the rankings this week is Collin Morikawa, 37, with a points average of 8.1607. Kristoffer Broberg has made the biggest leap this week in the official world golf rankings. has managed to jump 535 places in the world ranking list, and is now sitting at 237 rank. The Swedish started last week at rank 772, and now has a points average of 0.7272. The No.1 Englishman in the official world golf rankings is currently Tyrrell Hatton, in place 19 and is in the same position as last week.
NAPA, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 17: Jon Rahm of Spain hits his tee shot on the fourth hole during round two of the Fortinet Championship at Silverado Resort and Spa on September 17, 2021 in Napa, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 05: Patrick Cantlay of the United States walks on the 18th hole during the final round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on September 05, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 05: Collin Morikawa of the United States plays his shot from the third tee during the final round of the TOUR Championship on September 05, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 04: Dustin Johnson walks across the seventh hole during the third round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on September 04, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 03: Xander Schauffele reacts after making birdie on the third green during the second round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on September 03, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)