The FedEx St. Jude Championship has returned to Memphis this weekend, once again transforming TPC Southwind into the center of the golf world as the PGA TOUR's FedExCup Playoffs begin. The exclusive playoff event features the top 70 players from the regular season, all competing for a share of the $20 million purse while trying to finish inside the top 50 to advance to next week's BMW Championship. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, defending champion Justin Rose, Jordan Spieth and many of the game's biggest stars are battling through the Memphis heat in one of the most important tournaments of the year. Beyond the competition, the championship continues to spotlight the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital while delivering a significant economic boost to the Mid-South through tourism, hospitality and global television exposure. For golf fans, this weekend represents one of Memphis' premier annual sporting events and the exciting start of the race for the FedExCup.
Jason Smith and John Martin gave a tournament update on Friday (8/14) just before the 11 a.m. tee times.
Key Storylines This Weekend
- Opening event of the 2026 FedExCup Playoffs.
- Played at TPC Southwind in Memphis through Sunday.
- Top 70 players began the week, with only the top 50 advancing.
- $20 million purse and 750 FedExCup points on the line.
- Features many of the world's biggest golf stars, including Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy.
- Tournament continues its partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, but is in it's final two years in Memphis.
- Leaderboard here from ESPN
FedEx St Jude Championship in final two years in Memphis
FedEx St Jude Championship in final two years in Memphis
