Matt Fitzpatrick climbed four spots to third in the Official World Golf Rankings following his playoff victory over Scottie Scheffler at the RBC Heritage. The Englishman secured his fourth PGA Tour title and second win of the season at Harbour Town Golf Links.
Justin Rose and Russell Henley made significant moves in the April 14, 2026 Official World Golf Ranking, climbing five and six spots respectively. Scottie Scheffler maintains his No. 1 position despite finishing second at the Masters.
Justin Rose surged five spots to fourth in the latest Official World Golf Ranking, while Russell Henley jumped six positions to reach No. 6. Scottie Scheffler maintains his hold on the top spot despite finishing second at the Masters.
Justin Rose made a significant leap to No. 4 in the Official World Golf Ranking while Russell Henley moved up six positions to sixth. Scottie Scheffler maintains his grip on the top spot despite finishing second at the Masters.
Justin Rose has risen five spots to fourth in the Official World Golf Ranking following his joint-third finish at The Masters. Tommy Fleetwood dropped one place to fifth after struggling to a final-round 76 that saw him plummet to T33.
As of April 8, 2026, Scottie Scheffler holds the top spot in the Official World Golf Rankings. The rankings reflect players' performances across various eligible tours.
As of April 10, 2026, Scottie Scheffler holds the top spot in the Official World Golf Ranking. The rankings reflect players' performances over a two-year period, culminating in their current status.
The Official World Golf Ranking marks its 40th anniversary this week, having transformed from a simple list to a crucial system that opened major championships to international players. Originally launched as the Sony Ranking in 1986 with Bernhard Langer at No. 1, the system now encompasses 25 tours worldwide and continues to shape golf's global landscape.
Australian golfer Min Woo Lee climbed six spots to reach 25th in the latest Official World Golf Ranking following his T-3 finish at the Texas Children's Houston Open. Scottie Scheffler maintains his position as the world's top-ranked player.
Gary Woodland's victory at the Texas Children's Houston Open catapulted him from 139th to 51st in the Official World Golf Ranking. The triumph also secured his spot in the 2026 Masters after a challenging season that saw multiple missed cuts.
LIV Golf players continue to fall in the Official World Golf Rankings as the breakaway series remains without accreditation for ranking points. The decline threatens players' eligibility for major championships, which typically require top-50 world ranking status for automatic qualification.
Scottie Scheffler maintains his position as the world's top-ranked golfer in the latest Official World Golf Ranking update. Matt Fitzpatrick's Valspar Championship victory propelled him from 15th to 6th place, marking a significant nine-spot jump in the rankings.