Xander Schauffele, the Olympic gold medalist and a 2 time major is no stranger to the pressure the golf world has to offer. He has consistently been at the top in every tournament he has attended and is known to be one of the most reliable stars in the sport. But in early September, his whole life would change, one where it would be very difficult to plan going ahead, both personally and professionally.

In early September, Xander Schauffele withdrew from the Procore Championship in Utah. This was a surprise to many fans, since this tournament would lead up to one of the most prestigious tournaments, the Ryder Cup. Many golfers withdraw from tournaments, usually when they are suffering from fatigue, injuries, or when they are travelling. But Xander’s withdrawal from the tournament was for a whole different reason. This moment was personal and would be an integral part of Xander’s life; he withdrew to be there for his newborn baby.

On 29th August 2025, Xander Schauffele and his wife Maya welcomed a new baby boy into their family. The couple named the baby boy Victor, a very close and personal choice of naming for their son. Many fans speculated that it was to honour Xander’s long-time rival Victor Hovland, but no. Xander Jokinly explained to the media later that Victor was his own middle name.”That’s my middle name. No, I didn’t name him after Viktor Hovland,” Schauffele joked Tuesday during his media session at Bethpage Black. “I was Victor way before Viktor (Hovland) was born,” he continued.

This event had a direct impact on how the Ryder Cup dynamics were going to change. ESPN had confirmed that Xander told the U.S team captain, Keegan Bradley, that he won’t be available for the selection of the Ryder Cup, which would be conducted on his home soil this year. Xander’s reliability has been a staple at the Ryder Cup as his experience can be invaluable in high-stakes moments, but Xander made his priorities clear. Family came first for Xander Schauffele.

Maya’s Role in Xander Schauffele’s Journey

While Xander stays in the spotlight, many people fail to notice the support Maya has provided throughout his journey. “It’s been awesome. I feel very lucky to have my wife. She’s at home with him right now. I miss him a bunch,” Xander expressed during a media coverage by the PGA tour. The couple’s romance began when they met at Xander’s college in San Diego, and they have been together ever since. They then got married privately in 2021, after nearly 10 years of being together.

Maya seems not to like the spotlight that often, but she does make a few appearances. She has attended many of Xander’s tournaments and has supported him through his ups and downs. She has become quite active recently, though. She caddied for Xander in the 2024 Masters Par-3. Many fans got to see rare glimpses of how strong the bond of their relationship was.

Now with the arrival of their new baby boy, the role of Maya in their relationship will be more crucial and hectic in a good way as well. Xander Schauffele will also have to juggle being a father while keeping up with the competition that the golf world has to offer. But knowing his track record, we all expect him to pick up right where he left off, even though his 2025 season didn’t start strongly.

The arrival of baby Victor is sure to begin a new chapter in Xander Schauffele’s life, one where every victory and challenge on the course will now be shared with his growing family. In the end, while championships will always define his career, it’s the quiet, personal moments at home that promise to leave the most lasting mark on his life.