Fleetwood shares lead at Memorial as Scheffler struggles with 73
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 12:36 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
In the opening round of the Memorial at Muirfield Village on June 4, Tommy Fleetwood, Wyndham Clark, J.J. Spaun, and Ryan Gerard each shot 5-under 67, tying for the lead. Scottie Scheffler, aiming for a third consecutive Memorial win, faced challenges with the windy conditions, finishing the day at 1-over 73, six shots behind the leaders. Scheffler's round included a double bogey on the 16th after a challenging wedge shot and frustrations throughout the day. The tournament continues with weather expected to play a significant role as players navigate the course's tricky conditions.
- •Fleetwood, Clark, Spaun, and Gerard tie for lead at 5-under 67.
- •Scheffler finishes round at 1-over 73, six shots behind.
- •Windy conditions contribute to scoring difficulties for many players.
- •Six players broke 70, with most teeing off early to avoid wind.
- •Scheffler battles frustration during his round, including a double bogey.
- 1:20 AMESPN Golf — Memorial: Wind baffles Scheffler, caddie in 73
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Fleetwood part of 4-way tie for the lead at Memorial in a tough opening round for Scheffler
"Scottie Scheffler never thought two straight victories in the Memorial would be of any value when he began his bid for three in a row. It sure felt that way Thursday in a tough start that left him exasperated by the wind and six shots behind a four-way share of the lead.
"Scottie Scheffler never thought 2 straight wins in the Memorial would be of any value when he began his bid for three in a row. It sure felt that way Thursday in a tough start that left him exasperated by the wind and 6 behind a 4-way share of the lead.
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External links- ESPN GolfJun 5, 2026, 1:20 AMMemorial: Wind baffles Scheffler, caddie in 73
Scottie Scheffler never thought 2 straight wins in the Memorial would be of any value when he began his bid for three in a row. It sure felt that way Thursday in a tough start that left him exasperated by the wind and 6 behind a 4-way share of the lead.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 11:52 PMFleetwood part of 4-way tie for the lead at Memorial in a tough opening round for Scheffler
Scottie Scheffler never thought two straight victories in the Memorial would be of any value when he began his bid for three in a row. It sure felt that way Thursday in a tough start that left him exasperated by the wind and six shots behind a four-way share of the lead.
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