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Jordan Spieth eliminated from FedExCup Playoffs following St. Jude Championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:50 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Jordan Spieth eliminated from FedExCup Playoffs following St. Jude Championship

Summary

Jordan Spieth has been eliminated from the FedExCup Playoffs after finishing 52nd in the standings, just two spots shy of qualifying for the BMW Championship. Spieth's chances diminished on a challenging back nine during his final round at the St. Jude Championship. He expressed frustration at the abrupt end to his season but remains optimistic about his game moving forward. With this outcome, Spieth will also miss the Tour Championship at East Lake. Rickie Fowler and Scottie Scheffler earned positive outcomes, Fowler qualifying for the BMW Championship, as the tournament nears its conclusion.

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By the Numbers

•Spieth finishes 52nd in FedExCup Playoffs standings after St. Jude Championship.
•He needed a top 50 finish to advance to the BMW Championship.
•Spieth will not compete in the upcoming Tour Championship at East Lake.
•Rickie Fowler qualifies for the BMW Championship and controls his destiny for East Lake.
•Scottie Scheffler secures victory at the St. Jude Championship.

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1:50 AMYahoo Sports — Jordan Spieth Gets Final Verdict on Unfortunate News Amid PGA Tour FedExCup Playoffs

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