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Jordan Spieth and Tommy Fleetwood both shoot 5-under 65 in Memphis

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:53 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Jordan Spieth and Tommy Fleetwood both shoot 5-under 65 in Memphis

Summary

Jordan Spieth and Tommy Fleetwood started off strong at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, both recording 5-under 65 in their opening round. Spieth described his play as 'pretty stress free,' as he successfully navigated the course with just a few missed greens, often recovering with effective putting. His position in the FedExCup standings is precarious, currently sitting 54th and needing a top finish to secure advancement to the BMW Championship. Spieth outlined his improved form compared to last year, despite the absence of top-10 finishes this season.

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By the Numbers

•Spieth and Fleetwood lead the opening round at TPC Southwind.
•Spieth seeks a top-25 finish to enter the BMW Championship.
•Spieth's round was bogey-free, despite some challenges.
•He is currently 54th in the FedExCup points list.
•Spieth's confidence in his game has improved from last season.

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6:53 PMYahoo Sports — Jordan Spieth shoots 5-under 65 alongside Tommy Fleetwood in 'stress free' playoff opener

What they're saying

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“Pretty stress free,” Tommy Fleetwood collectively summed up his day alongside Jordan Spieth on what felt like the closest spot to the sun on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports

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