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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 St. Jude Championship Thursday TV, streaming: How to watch Round 1

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Thursday TV, streaming: How to watch Round 1

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship Round 1 TV, Streaming: Watch Action Live

The 2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship tees off Thursday, August 8th, at TPC Southwind. Watch the action exclusively on ESPN+, with first-round coverage beginning at 11 a.m. ET.

Headlining the field are defending champion Max Homa, Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm. But keep an eye on the dark horse contenders who could surprise.

Tune in to ESPN+ to catch all the excitement as the PGA Tour stars battle it out for the title.

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2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship odds: Former No. 1 is our long-shot pick

2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship odds: Former No. 1 is our long-shot pick

The 2024 FedEx St. Jude Championship is approaching, and a dark horse has emerged from obscurity.

Once the world’s top-ranked golfer, this player has faced setbacks but remains determined to reclaim their glory. With odds favoring them as an underdog, they pose a threat to tournament favorites like Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Rory McIlroy.

As the competition unfolds at TPC Southwind, this former champion will attempt to secure their second PGA Tour victory. Will they defy the odds and reignite their career? Follow our coverage for an exclusive look at this potential upset.

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