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Scheffler bags $23M as FedEx Cup bonus pool hits $100M
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Scheffler bags $23M as FedEx Cup bonus pool hits $100M

Scottie Scheffler, ranked No. 1 entering the Tour Championship, earns the largest FedEx Cup bonus of $23 million from a $100 million pool ($22 million cash, $1 million deferred to his pension). The top 10 receive multi‑million payouts, with Wyndham Clark rising to third after BMW Championship and boosting his total to $8 million, while 51–125 players receive only deferred pension payments. The full breakdown outlines cash bonuses for the top 50 and pension‑fund deposits for the rest.

Scheffler Battles Illness Ahead of $40 Million Tour Championship Final
sports3 days ago

Scheffler Battles Illness Ahead of $40 Million Tour Championship Final

Scottie Scheffler said he was sick and not at full strength after opening with a 2-over 72 at the BMW Championship, then bounced back with a 65 the next day. He plans to rest at home as the Tour Championship at East Lake looms, a $40 million standalone purse with $10 million to the winner. A victory could move him past Tiger Woods in all-time PGA Tour earnings, but he must beat a deep field to claim the title.

Spieth’s St. Jude collapse costs 2027 $20M postseason invite
sports9 days ago

Spieth’s St. Jude collapse costs 2027 $20M postseason invite

Jordan Spieth missed the FedEx Cup top 50 at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, sacrificing a guaranteed spot in 2027’s $20 million signature events; his final-round 70 failed to overcome a late slide, and Keith Mitchell also fell short on the 18th bubble. The tour’s revamped points system aims to stabilize qualification, but the postseason price remains steep for those on the bubble.

Spieth Confident About 2026 After FedEx St. Jude Near-Miss
sports9 days ago

Spieth Confident About 2026 After FedEx St. Jude Near-Miss

Jordan Spieth finished 52nd at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, missing a top-10 that would have earned a BMW Championship berth and left his 2026 schedule in flux; yet he says he’s close to a breakthrough, feels very confident about the direction of his game, and attributes the downturn to a six-week stretch and a few missteps rather than a fundamental issue.

Brady Kannon’s Forecast: Value Bets for the 2026 St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind
sports12 days ago

Brady Kannon’s Forecast: Value Bets for the 2026 St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind

Golf betting preview for the 2026 FedEx Cup Playoffs St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis. Scottie Scheffler is the +480 favorite, with Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele and Tommy Fleetwood also prominent contenders. Justin Rose, last year’s winner, comes in at +6000. Golf insider Brady Kannon shares his best bets and notes he’s fading Viktor Hovland despite his recent form, highlighting a longshot pick over 150-1 as a strong course fit. He promises more detailed picks on SportsLine.

Thorbjornsen Breaks Through as Cantlay Fades and the FedEx Cup Bubble Heats Up
sports22 days ago

Thorbjornsen Breaks Through as Cantlay Fades and the FedEx Cup Bubble Heats Up

Michael Thorbjornsen captured his first PGA Tour win at the Rocket Classic in Detroit with a bogey-free 63, while Patrick Cantlay couldn’t capitalize on a late push and finished T-8, underscoring the continuing drought for the former champion. The result sharpens the FedEx Cup playoff picture, as the Wyndham Championship becomes the final chance for players outside the Top 70 to reach Memphis, with notable bubble candidates like Koepka, Snedeker, Day, Bradley, Finau, Glover and Horschel still fighting for a postseason berth.

McIlroy Reassesses PGA Tour Drive After Grand Slam
sports1 month ago

McIlroy Reassesses PGA Tour Drive After Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy says he won’t play again before the PGA Tour playoffs and is less enthused about chasing the FedEx Cup after sealing a career Grand Slam, explaining his priorities have shifted and the PGA Tour’s ever-changing schedule with a top-30 focus at the Tour Championship reduces the urgency to chase early-season results; he also described his Open week as “stuck in neutral” with momentum hampered by bogeys.

Fleetwood and Cantlay Lead as Final Round of 2025 Tour Championship Approaches
sports1 year ago

Fleetwood and Cantlay Lead as Final Round of 2025 Tour Championship Approaches

The final round of the 2025 Tour Championship is underway, with Patrick Cantlay and Tommy Fleetwood leading the leaderboard. Fleetwood aims for his first PGA Tour win and a significant payday, while Cantlay seeks to end a winless streak and secure Ryder Cup qualification. Scottie Scheffler, the defending champion, is four shots behind, and other contenders include Keegan Bradley and Russell Henley. The day promises exciting golf action as players vie for the FedEx Cup and major titles.

Patrick Cantlay and Tommy Fleetwood Lead at 2025 Tour Championship
sports1 year ago

Patrick Cantlay and Tommy Fleetwood Lead at 2025 Tour Championship

Patrick Cantlay and Tommy Fleetwood share the lead entering the final round of the 2025 Tour Championship, with Cantlay aiming for his first win since 2022 and Fleetwood seeking his first PGA Tour victory. Both players faced challenges during the third round, but Cantlay's strong finish and Fleetwood's resilience keep the competition intense, with a $10 million prize and FedEx Cup title at stake.

Fleetwood and Henley Lead as Round 3 Unfolds at 2025 Tour Championship
sports1 year ago

Fleetwood and Henley Lead as Round 3 Unfolds at 2025 Tour Championship

The 2025 Tour Championship is underway with moving day in progress, featuring tight competition among top golfers like Tommy Fleetwood, Russell Henley, and Scottie Scheffler. Rain and challenging conditions have impacted play, but updates, scores, and highlights are being provided as the tournament progresses, with significant implications for the FedEx Cup and players' earnings.

Henley Leads at 2025 Tour Championship as Weather Delays Round 2
sports1 year ago

Henley Leads at 2025 Tour Championship as Weather Delays Round 2

The second round of the 2025 Tour Championship is underway in Atlanta, with Russell Henley leading after a career-low 61, and several players including Scottie Scheffler, Collin Morikawa, and Tommy Fleetwood close behind. Weather conditions are expected to impact play, but early scores are low, with Keegan Bradley making a strong start. The tournament is part of the FedEx Cup Playoffs, and updates, scores, and highlights are being provided live.