FedEx St. Jude Championship 2025 Highlights and Updates
Here’s the latest on the 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship, the opening leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs at TPC Southwind in Memphis:
Quick Snapshot of FedEx St. Jude Championship 2025:
| Topic | Rory McIlroy skipped, raising eyebrows |
|---|---|
| Winner’s Share | $3.6 million, plus 2,000 FedEx Cup points |
| Leaderboard | Tommy Fleetwood leads; Scheffler and Rose are close behind |
| Stakes | Top 50 make the BMW Championship, keep playoff hopes alive |
| Notable Absence | Rory McIlroy skipped—raising eyebrows |
| TV Broadcast | Golf Channel, NBC, ESPN+ via PGA Tour Live, Peacock |
What’s Going Down in FedEx St. Jude Championship 2025
Tournament Setting
This high-stakes, no-cut event started on August 7 with a massive $20 million purse. The winner earns a whopping $3.6 million and 2,000 FedEx Cup points. It’s also a crucial gateway; only the top 50 players advance to next week’s BMW Championship.
TV Coverage & Streaming Info
The final round airs Sunday, August 10.
Golf Channel Timing:
12–2 p.m. ET
NBC / Peacock Timing:
2–6 p.m. ET
FedEx St. Jude Championship 2025 Highlights from the Final Round
Leaderboard Drama
Tommy Fleetwood holds a one-shot lead as he pursues his first-ever PGA Tour victory. Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 and FedEx Cup points leader, is just two shots behind. Justin Rose is also in the mix.
FedEx Cup Implications
Many players—notably Rickie Fowler, Wyndham Clark, and Jordan Spieth—are on the bubble and fighting to secure a coveted top-50 spot to advance.
FedEx St. Jude Championship 2025 Background & Context
Skipping the Event
Rory McIlroy opted out of this year’s event, despite being second in the FedEx Cup standings. His absence caused a stir, with some tour members expressing concern.
FedEx Cup Playoffs at a Glance
The 2025 FedEx Cup Playoffs run from August 7–24. It kicks off with the St. Jude Championship, followed by the BMW Championship, and concludes at the Tour Championship.
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