The FedEx St. Jude Championship is underway with Hideki Matsuyama holding a five-shot lead heading into the final round. While Matsuyama is in control of the tournament, the focus is also on the other players in the field who are vying for a spot in the BMW Championship, the second leg of the Playoffs. Only the top 50 in the FedEx Cup season-long standings will advance to the next round, making Sunday’s final round crucial for several golfers.
Nick Dunlap is currently in second place and stands to move up to 12th in the standings if he maintains his position. Viktor Hovland, the defending champion, has also put himself in a good position to advance with a strong performance. Justin Rose, who started the week outside the top 70, is now projected to secure a spot in the next round.
Harris English is on the cutline, starting the week at 51st and projected to finish in 49th place. Nick Taylor is currently tied for 25th, right on the bubble at 50th. Keegan Bradley is in danger of missing out on the next round unless he can improve his position in the final round.
Cam Davis, Max Greyserman, Mackenzie Hughes, and Jake Knapp are all facing similar challenges, with their standings projected to change based on their performance in the final round. With so much volatility in the points system and only the top 50 advancing, every shot counts for these players as they fight for a spot in the BMW Championship.
The stakes are high for these players as they aim to secure their positions in the season-long standings and move on to the next round of the Playoffs. With so much on the line, Sunday’s final round is sure to be filled with drama as players battle for their spot in the BMW Championship and a chance to continue their pursuit of the FedEx Cup. As Matsuyama looks to secure his second win of the season, the focus will also be on those players fighting to keep their seasons alive.
