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Five players face pressure as FedEx Cup Playoffs advance to BMW Championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Five players face pressure as FedEx Cup Playoffs advance to BMW Championship

Summary

The FedEx Cup Playoffs continue with the BMW Championship at Bellerive Country Club this week. With only 30 spots available for the Tour Championship, several players face high stakes. Rickie Fowler currently holds the last qualifying position by a narrow margin of less than two points. Other players like Bud Cauley and Patrick Cantlay also vie for crucial points, while Collin Morikawa plays to secure a spot for the Presidents Cup. The event concludes Sunday, marking the end of the regular season for many competitors.

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By the Numbers

•Rickie Fowler is currently 30th in points, just above the cut line.
•Cauley moved up to 29th after a strong performance in Memphis.
•Cantlay and Thomas must score significantly to qualify for the Tour Championship.
•Morikawa is safe in the standings but competing for Presidents Cup qualification.
•The tournament concludes on Sunday, impacting season-end standings.

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Twenty players will see their season end Sunday night in St. Louis. These players are under the most pressure heading into the BMW Championship.
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