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Adam Scott shifts stance on match play for Tour Championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Adam Scott shifts stance on match play for Tour Championship
Summary

Adam Scott, a player director on the PGA Tour, has changed his position on the adoption of a match play format for the Tour Championship starting in 2028. Initially opposed, Scott now embraces the shift, believing it can add excitement and relevance to the season-ending event. He aims to elevate the FedEx Cup's prestige, comparing it to major sports trophies. Details on the new format, which will reward a season-long winner as well as a match play event, will be shared by Tour CEO Brian Rolapp at an upcoming press conference in Atlanta.

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  • •Scott was previously against match play for the Tour Championship.
  • •He now believes match play can enhance the event's excitement.
  • •The new format will include a separate trophy for a season-long winner.
  • •Rolapp will provide further details before the Tour Championship.
  • •Scott wants the FedEx Cup to be as esteemed as major sports trophies.
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  • 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Adam Scott explains his shift on match play format for Tour Championship
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Adam Scott explains why he changed his mind on the PGA Tour adopting a match play format for the Tour Championship.

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