Jordan Spieth struggles late, misses chance for $20 million events
New York Post • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:01 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Jordan Spieth faced a disappointing finish at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, Tennessee, after aiming for a final round score of 67 to secure a spot in the top 50 of the FedEx Cup standings. He needed just one birdie over his last three holes but fell short, which cost him the opportunity to advance to lucrative events in 2027. The pressure of the final stretch ultimately led to his missed target, impacting his future competition eligibility. Spieth will have to regroup ahead of upcoming tournaments to regain his form and secure qualifications for future events.
- •Jordan Spieth aimed for a final round of 67 in Memphis.
- •He needed one birdie over the last three holes.
- •Spieth's finish may affect his FedEx Cup standing.
- •Missing the target impacts eligibility for future events.
- 3:01 AMNew York Post — Jordan Spieth’s late meltdown cost him guaranteed chance at $20 million events in 2027 - New York Post
"One birdie over his last three holes would have done it for Jordan Spieth.
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