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Spieth Faces Online Backlash as Confidence Claim Sparks Debate
sports16 days ago

Spieth Faces Online Backlash as Confidence Claim Sparks Debate

Jordan Spieth left Memphis insisting he’s close to playing great golf, but his comments drew sharp online criticism after a season without a top-10, a FedEx St. Jude showing that didn’t secure him a playoff spot, and a long drought since his last PGA Tour win. Fans called him delusional or urged major changes to his team, while others questioned whether he’ll adjust ahead of 2027, even as he remains optimistic about the fall schedule.

Scheffler’s St. Jude win sparks debate over PGA Tour’s signature events
sports17 days ago

Scheffler’s St. Jude win sparks debate over PGA Tour’s signature events

Scottie Scheffler dominated the FedEx St. Jude Championship, winning by eight after a Friday 61 and notching his first win since January. Kevin Kisner, on the Fore Play Podcast, argued that the PGA Tour’s signature-event field limits diminish drama, suggesting larger fields would improve the product. The piece also notes that 2026 signature events included playoff drama—four of eight went to a playoff—while Scheffler’s success shows the debate has nuances.

Scheffler’s Memphis masterclass reshapes McIlroy and the Tour
sports17 days ago

Scheffler’s Memphis masterclass reshapes McIlroy and the Tour

Scottie Scheffler dominated the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, winning by eight strokes to claim his second win of the season and solidify his status as the PGA Tour’s top player; he routed Rory McIlroy by 25 shots, highlighting McIlroy’s rust and limited schedule this year. The performance could rekindle McIlroy’s motivation and provide a timely boost for the Tour’s narrative and momentum as the season advances.

Spieth’s Playoff Bid Ends Short of BMW as St. Jude Finale Comes Up Short
sports18 days ago

Spieth’s Playoff Bid Ends Short of BMW as St. Jude Finale Comes Up Short

Jordan Spieth’s 2026 PGA Tour season concluded with a 4-under 284 at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, leaving him 52nd in the FedExCup standings and just outside the top-50 cutoff to reach the BMW Championship. After opening with a 65 and briefly contending, a Saturday 72 and a final-round 70 dropped him out of playoff contention. Spieth said he’s within reach of his best form and remains confident about what’s next as he heads into the off-season.

Spieth's Memphis Exit Ignites Fan Debate Over His Future
sports18 days ago

Spieth's Memphis Exit Ignites Fan Debate Over His Future

Jordan Spieth, coming off another subpar PGA Tour season with no top-10s, narrowly missed a play-off bid at the FedEx St. Jude Championship and remains upbeat about a rebound, prompting a mixed reaction on X as some fans urge changes to his coaching or caddie; the piece also notes Rory McIlroy admitting he felt lost and promising hard work to turn things around.

Scheffler Cruises to Eight‑Stroke FedEx St. Jude Victory, Locks Big Pay and Lead
sports19 days ago

Scheffler Cruises to Eight‑Stroke FedEx St. Jude Victory, Locks Big Pay and Lead

Scottie Scheffler won the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind by eight strokes, posting 17-under 263 to take 750 FedExCup points and $3.6 million from the $20 million purse, extending a commanding lead in the FedExCup standings as the first playoff event. The article provides a full prize money and points breakdown for 68 players, with Si Woo Kim runner-up at about $2.16 million, and notes that Rose shot 64 in the final round while Berger and MacIntyre withdrew from the event.

Scheffler to Face Close Friend Burns in FedEx St. Jude Sunday Showdown
sports19 days ago

Scheffler to Face Close Friend Burns in FedEx St. Jude Sunday Showdown

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler holds a two-shot lead at 13-under entering the FedEx St. Jude Championship’s final round, with close friend Sam Burns surging to 11-under after a bogey-free 62 to join him in the final pairing. The two will compete for the title in a Sunday duel that Scheffler says will feel a bit “weird” but he still hopes Burns succeeds as they chase the win.

Scheffler's hot streak continues as he tops St. Jude with a 61
sports19 days ago

Scheffler's hot streak continues as he tops St. Jude with a 61

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler fired a 61 to open a three‑shot lead at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, part of a season with 11 top‑5s in 17 starts and just one win. The round adds to his five lowest PGA Tour scores (59 at the 2020 Northern Trust, 60 at the 2026 Travelers Championship, two 61s at the 2025 CJ Cup Byron Nelson and the 2026 St. Jude, and a 62 as his fifth‑lowest), highlighting his continued form as he pursues the title and potential Player of the Year honors.

Aberg Says Chasing Scheffler Is 'Unfair' Ahead of FedEx St. Jude Finish
sports20 days ago

Aberg Says Chasing Scheffler Is 'Unfair' Ahead of FedEx St. Jude Finish

Scottie Scheffler leads the FedEx St. Jude Championship at 11-under after two rounds (following a 61), with Ludvig Aberg at 7-under after a 65, three back of Scheffler’s nearest pursuers Sungjae Im and Viktor Hovland at 8-under. Aberg said chasing Scheffler feels unfair but he’ll focus on his own game as he tries to contend this weekend.

golf23 days ago

Fleetwood, Burns Lead 2026 FedEx St. Jude Bets on Bermuda-Strong Southwind

Lineups.com's golf betting preview for the 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind highlights a Bermuda-strong setup and a compact, upside-focused betting card led by Tommy Fleetwood, Sam Burns, Collin Morikawa, Tom Kim, and Rickie Fowler. The piece lays out specific bets across outs (3.5U), first-round leader (0.5U), full tournament matchups (1U), and props (1.5U), with Morikawa > Ludvig Aberg as a key matchup and Fleetwood as a Top-20 finisher pick, plus a One-And-Done recommending Hideki Matsuyama. It notes the field is 69 players after Daniel Berger’s withdrawal and emphasizes course fit, form, and Bermuda greens heading into the playoffs.

Model predicts surprising leaderboard shakeup at 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship
sports24 days ago

Model predicts surprising leaderboard shakeup at 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship

SportsLine's projection model simulated the 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship 10,000 times and produced a surprising leaderboard, with Scottie Scheffler as the favorite but Xander Schauffele projected to miss the top 10 and Sam Burns in contention for a top-3 finish; the model also spots a massive longshot over +3000. The event is a no-cut, 70-player field with the top 50 advancing to the BMW Championship.

sports25 days ago

PGA Tour Narrows FedEx St. Jude Field to 69, Tightening Playoff Race

The PGA Tour reduced the FedEx St. Jude Championship field to 69 players under a new top-70 cutoff for the playoffs, with Daniel Berger opting not to play and no waitlist; the smaller field reshapes the playoff picture as stars miss the cut and sponsor exemptions wind down through 2027, making Spieth's Memphis performance crucial to stay in the top 50 for exempt status in 2027.