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PGA Tour Says FedEx St. Jude Championship Leaves After 2027

8/15/2026

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Summary

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The PGA Tour announced on August 12, 2026 that the FedEx St. Jude Championship will leave the Championship Series after 2027.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler tied the TPC Southwind record with a nine-under 61 on August 14, 2026, leading by three strokes.
Only the top 50 will advance to the BMW Championship in St. Louis (Aug 20-23) as temperatures are expected to reach 101°F.

History

Historical Context

Since the PGA Tour introduced the FedEx Cup playoffs in 2007, it has repeatedly tweaked the format—tightening reset points in 2008, tying points to tour cards in 2013, and expanding the bonus pool to $70 million in 2019. A 2025 overhaul removed the starting-strokes system, and the 2026 schedule now plans to drop the FedEx St. Jude Championship after 2027, affecting players such as World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler.

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Story summary

The PGA Tour announced on August 12, 2026 that the FedEx St. Jude Championship will leave the Championship Series after 2027.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler tied the TPC Southwind record with a nine-under 61 on August 14, 2026, leading by three strokes.
Only the top 50 will advance to the BMW Championship in St. Louis (Aug 20-23) as temperatures are expected to reach 101°F.

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