The 31-year-old golfer has made 15 out of 30 top 10s since 2017, including eight top fives and two victories, and he is always “excited” to be a part of the tournaments.

Asked why they bring out his best, he told Today’s Golfer magazine: “I’m not really sure. I really just enjoy it, I guess.

“And I think I just enjoy the Majors the most.

“I’m excited to play them, I’m excited to get on site, I’m excited to prepare.

“I’m older now, but no matter how old I get – from my first Major to now – it still feels like I’m a kid in a candy store when I’m at these facilities and fighting to win the tournaments.

“Even leading into the two I won last year, I was so excited to see a new venue at Troon and to go back to one and try and get the job done there.

"Giving yourself a chance is what’s really fun at Majors. That’s what drives me as a golfer, the adrenaline rush and that’s exemplified at the Majors.”

Xander has been out with injury after suffering an acute intercostal strain and cartilage tear and he found being on the sidelines frustrating.

He admitted: “It’s been my first go at it really, sitting out for a significant period and watching other guys play, so it has been frustrating.

“But it is what it is. At first, it was a tough pill to swallow. But I’ve come to terms with the fact I’m making these decisions for my long-term health. I’ve been super lucky up until this point.”