The Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR) have recently been updated for the week of April 10, 2026. As of April 8, Scottie Scheffler from the United States holds the top position, marking him as the best player in the world.
About the Official World Golf Ranking System
The OWGR is calculated based on points awarded to players participating in eligible tours and events over a rolling two-year period. Rankings are determined each week by dividing the total points earned by the number of events played. Points remain at full value for 13 weeks before gradually decreasing.
Top 50 Golfers as of April 8, 2026
Here is the current ranking of the top 50 golfers globally:
| Rank | Player | Country | Average Points | Events Played | 2025 Final Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scottie Scheffler | United States | 15.140 | 12 | |
| 2 | Rory McIlroy | Northern Ireland | 8.064 | 62 | |
| 3 | Cameron Young | United States | 5.314 | 61 | |
| 4 | Tommy Fleetwood | England | 5.235 | 51 | |
| 5 | J.J. Spaun | United States | 5.015 | 16 | |
| 6 | Matt Fitzpatrick | England | 4.974 | 82 | |
| 7 | Collin Morikawa | United States | 4.764 | 116 | |
| 8 | Robert MacIntyre | Scotland | 4.765 | 79 | |
| 9 | Justin Rose | England | 4.744 | 41 | |
| 10 | Xander Schauffele | United States | 4.714 | 40 |
Eligible Tours for OWGR Points
- PGA Tour
- DP World Tour
- Asian Tour
- Korn Ferry Tour
- Japan Golf Tour
- Sunshine Tour
- Other international tours
Additionally, prestigious events such as The Open, Masters Tournament, U.S. Open, PGA Championship, and the Olympic Games contribute to the ranking points.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Masters
With the 2026 Masters on the horizon, Scottie Scheffler leads the pack. He aims to maintain his top ranking as the tournament approaches.
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