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Matsuyama comes through late to win at St. Jude

Matsuyama comes through late to win at St. Jude

Hideki Matsuyama claimed a one-stroke victory at the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Sunday, edging out Scott Stallings in a thrilling final round.

Matsuyama, who shared the first-round lead with Michael McCarthy, shot a 3-under 67 to finish at 15-under 265 for the tournament. Stallings, who started the day with a one-shot advantage, carded a 1-under 69 to finish at 14-under.

Matsuyama’s victory is his second of the season and his ninth on the PGA Tour. The 30-year-old Japanese star moved up to No. 13 in the world rankings with the win.

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Jordan Spieth to undergo surgery ‘ASAP’ for troubling wrist injury

Jordan Spieth to undergo surgery ‘ASAP’ for troubling wrist injury

Jordan Spieth withdraws from PGA Tour event to address wrist injury. Spieth, a three-time major golf tournament champion, has been struggling with a wrist injury for several months and has opted to undergo surgery to resolve the issue. The surgery will take place as soon as possible. Spieth’s decision to undergo surgery is a major blow to the PGA Tour and golf fans worldwide, as he is one of the most popular players in the sport.

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Hideki Matsuyama survives late collapse, rules controversy, wins first FedEx Cup playoff event

Hideki Matsuyama survives late collapse, rules controversy, wins first FedEx Cup playoff event

Hideki Matsuyama overcame a late collapse and a rules controversy to win the first FedEx Cup playoff event, the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Matsuyama held a three-shot lead with four holes to play but bogeyed three of his last four holes, including the par-4 18th. However, Sepp Straka, who was tied with Matsuyama at the time, also bogeyed the 18th, allowing Matsuyama to win by one stroke.

The win was Matsuyama’s first in the FedEx Cup playoffs and his second of the season. It also moved him to No. 1 in the FedEx Cup standings with two events remaining.

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Rahm cards 62, leads LIV Golf Greenbrier by 2

Rahm cards 62, leads LIV Golf Greenbrier by 2

Jon Rahm surged to the top of the leaderboard at the LIV Golf Greenbrier with a blistering 62, securing a two-shot lead over the field. Rahm, who has been open about his willingness to consider a move to LIV Golf, continued his dominant form, carding eight birdies in his opening round. The Spaniard, who previously expressed satisfaction with the PGA Tour, has reignited speculation about his future with his recent performance. As the battle between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour intensifies, Rahm’s position becomes increasingly pivotal.

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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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Gooch part of 3-way tie atop LIV Greenbrier at 63

Gooch part of 3-way tie atop LIV Greenbrier at 63

Talor Gooch, despite facing a PGA Tour suspension for his involvement with LIV Golf, is igniting a storm after receiving a special invite to compete in the 2023 PGA Championship. The PGA of America’s decision to grant Gooch an exemption, based solely on his performance, has drawn criticism.

Gooch, a nine-time PGA Tour winner and former world No. 20, was granted the exemption because the PGA of America believes he deserves a place in the field based on merit. However, the PGA Tour has suspended LIV Golf members, making this invitation a subject of controversy.

The PGA of America maintains that its decision is not based on affiliation but solely on Gooch’s play. This move has caused a stir, with many questioning the fairness of allowing Gooch to participate in the PGA Championship while being suspended from the PGA Tour.

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A familiar face returns to NBC’s PGA Tour postseason coverage

A familiar face returns to NBC’s PGA Tour postseason coverage

NBC has announced the return of fan-favourite Steve Sands to its PGA Tour postseason coverage.

Sands, who has been with NBC since 2004, left the network in 2019 to work for CBS. He returns to NBC as a reporter, filling the role vacated by Gary Koch, who retired at the end of the 2022 season.

Sands is a popular figure in the golf world, known for his knowledge of the game and his ability to connect with viewers. He is also a two-time Emmy Award winner.

“We are thrilled to welcome Steve back to the NBC Sports family,” said NBC Sports executive producer Tommy Roy. “He is one of the most respected and talented broadcasters in the industry, and we know our viewers will be excited to have him back on their screens.”

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Scheffler’s Criticism Sparks Debate on FedEx Cup Format

Scheffler’s Criticism Sparks Debate on FedEx Cup Format

Scheffler’s Criticism Sparks Debate on FedEx Cup Format

Professional golfer Scottie Scheffler has sparked a discussion on the PGA Tour’s playoff format after calling it “silly.” The current system, which combines stroke-play tournaments and a short match-play playoff, has come under fire for its perceived lack of fairness and accuracy in determining the season’s best player. Scheffler’s comments highlight the need to address concerns surrounding the format’s integrity and its role in crowning the season-long champion.

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