World Golf Rankings — May 28, 2026

⚡ This rankings update was automatically generated by the Taskannah AI engine on May 28, 2026 using live OWGR data and Claude by Anthropic.

This Week’s Rankings at a Glance

Scottie Scheffler continues his masterful reign atop the Official World Golf Rankings, his 14.22 points creating a commanding gap that speaks volumes about his extraordinary consistency this season. The American’s stranglehold on the number one position has become as reliable as his methodical approach to the game, and with each passing week, he’s building a case for one of the most dominant seasons in recent memory. The most intriguing movement comes from Patrick Cantlay, who has quietly climbed three spots to crack the top ten at ninth. Cantlay’s surge reflects his knack for peaking at precisely the right moments, a characteristic that has defined his career’s biggest victories. His steady ascent suggests he’s finding that sweet spot in his game where precision meets aggression. Meanwhile, Jon Rahm’s slide from fourth to sixth raises eyebrows, particularly given his proven ability to perform on golf’s biggest stages. The Spaniard’s recent form hasn’t quite matched his lofty standards, though his talent remains undeniable. Similarly, Brian Harman’s drop from ninth to tenth, while modest, indicates the relentless pressure at golf’s elite level. Next week’s tournaments could see Ludvig Åberg’s continued meteoric rise challenge the established order even further.

Official World Golf Rankings — Top 10

RankPlayerCountryOWGR PointsChange
#1 Scottie Scheffler USA 14.22 – –
#2 Xander Schauffele USA 9.82 ▲ 1
#3 Rory McIlroy NIR 10.15 ▼ 1
#4 Ludvig Åberg SWE 8.91 ▲ 2
#5 Wyndham Clark USA 7.54 – –
#6 Jon Rahm ESP 7.3 ▼ 2
#7 Viktor Hovland NOR 7.1 ▲ 1
#8 Collin Morikawa USA 6.85 – –
#9 Patrick Cantlay USA 6.5 ▲ 3
#10 Brian Harman USA 6.2 ▼ 1

Movers of the Week

📈 Rising: Patrick Cantlay

Patrick Cantlay climbed 3 spots this week, now sitting at #9 in the world.

📉 Sliding: Jon Rahm

Jon Rahm dropped 2 places this week, now ranked #6 in the world.


Rankings data sourced from the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR). Updated daily. View the full player directory →

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