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Matsuyama leads by five at St. Jude Championship

Matsuyama leads by five at St. Jude Championship

Matsuyama Leads by Five at St. Jude Championship

Hideki Matsuyama has opened up a five-shot lead after the third round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship. The Japanese star shot a 4-under-par round of 66 to move to 16-under for the tournament, five shots clear of his nearest challenger, Cameron Smith.

Matsuyama started the day with a two-shot lead and extended it with birdies on the first and second holes. He dropped a shot on the fourth hole but bounced back with birdies on the seventh and ninth holes to make the turn in 3-under 32.

On the back nine, Matsuyama birdied the 12th and 15th holes to move to 16-under and build a commanding lead. Smith, who shot a 3-under 67, is the only player within five shots of Matsuyama.

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2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Saturday tee times: Round 3 groupings

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Saturday tee times: Round 3 groupings

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Saturday Tee Times: Round 3 Groupings Released

Golf enthusiasts, prepare for an exciting Saturday at the FedEx St. Jude Championship 2024. The third round pairings and tee times have been announced, promising thrilling action on the course. Top golfers will take to the greens, vying for a spot in the prestigious weekend finale. Stay tuned for updates as the tournament unfolds, with exclusive insights and expert analysis. Stay informed and don’t miss a moment of the tournament’s thrilling progression.

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Matsuyama, McCarthy share lead at St. Jude

Matsuyama, McCarthy share lead at St. Jude

Hideki Matsuyama and Michael McCarthy made a strong start at the FedEx St. Jude Championship after tying for an 18-hole lead after round one. Both players shot a 6-under-par round of 64 to finish the day at the top of the leaderboard. Matsuyama had a consistent performance, making six birdies and no bogeys, while McCarthy made five birdies and an eagle on the 16th hole to secure his place atop the standings. The tournament is set to continue over the next three days, with the final round scheduled for Sunday.

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Kirk leads at St. Jude after ace, Matsuyama second

Kirk leads at St. Jude after ace, Matsuyama second

Chris Kirk aced the par-3 16th hole during the second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship, propelling him into the lead at TPC Southwind. Kirk’s tee shot landed on the green and rolled into the hole, sparking a roar from the crowd. He turned in a 6-under 64 to sit at 11-under 129, one stroke ahead of Hideki Matsuyama. Matsuyama carded a 6-under 64 to move into second place, while Adam Scott is a shot further back in third. Kirk’s ace was the highlight of a solid day on the course, as he made birdies on the 2nd, 4th, 6th, 13th, and 15th holes. He dropped a shot on the 11th hole, but his eagle on the 16th more than made up for it.

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2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Friday tee times: Round 2 pairings

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Friday tee times: Round 2 pairings

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship: Friday Tee Times – Round 2 Pairings Released

The second round of the 2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind tees off on Friday, August 9. The field of 156 golfers will be paired in threesomes for the first two rounds.

Defending champion Max Homa will tee off at 8:10 AM CST with Scottie Scheffler and Cameron Smith. World No. 1 Jon Rahm is scheduled to start at 8:20 AM CST with Rory McIlroy and Patrick Cantlay.

Other notable pairings for Friday’s second round include:

Collin Morikawa, Will Zalatoris, and Matt Fitzpatrick (8:30 AM CST)
Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele, and Tony Finau (8:40 AM CST)
* Dustin Johnson, Phil Mickelson, and Bryson DeChambeau (8:50 AM CST)

Full tee times and pairings for the second round of the 2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship can be found on the PGA Tour website.

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2024 FedEx Cup Playoffs primer: Format, schedule, prize money, how to watch

2024 FedEx Cup Playoffs primer: Format, schedule, prize money, how to watch

The 2024 FedEx Cup Playoffs will begin in August, with the top 125 players in the standings qualifying for the three-event series. The playoffs will culminate in the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club, where the winner will receive a $15 million bonus.

The field will be cut to 70 after the first event, the FedEx St. Jude Championship, and then to 30 after the second event, the BMW Championship. The TOUR Championship will feature a staggered start, with the top 10 players in the FedEx Cup standings starting at 10-under par.

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