Extreme heat disrupts play at FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 4:19 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Extreme heat disrupts play at FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis
Summary

Temperatures in Memphis reached triple digits during the ongoing FedEx St. Jude Championship. Players like Justin Thomas and Keith Mitchell faced harsh conditions while practicing under minimal shade at TPC Southwind. The extreme weather has sparked discussions about potential changes to the PGA Tour's future schedule, with cities like Memphis and Atlanta possibly being affected by the heat. With the event underway, managing hydration and exposure to the sun has become critical for players as they compete in these challenging conditions.

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  • Temperatures exceed 100º at TPC Southwind this week.
  • Players are struggling with hydration and heat management.
  • Future PGA Tour schedule alterations are under consideration.
  • Cities like Memphis may lose hosting status due to extreme summer heat.
  • Justin Rose praised the tournament's rich history and charitable aspects.
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  • 4:19 PMYahoo SportsExtreme heat a big factor this week in Memphis and for the future Tour schedule
What they're saying
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Temperatures are expected in the triple digits this week in Memphis, Tennessee. It's not only a concern for this playoff event, but for the Tour's future schedule.

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