Jordan Spieth ties for lead after bogey-free round at St. Jude Championship

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Jordan Spieth ties for lead after bogey-free round at St. Jude Championship
Summary

Jordan Spieth opened with a bogey-free round of 65 at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, placing him in a tie for the lead. This marks Spieth's first bogey-free opening round since 2023. He recorded four birdies on the back nine, overtaking Tommy Fleetwood, who finished four-under par. Spieth has not won for four years, and his performance suggests he may be returning to form. He has had difficulty stringing together consistent rounds but hopes to continue his strong play heading into round two.

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  • Spieth is tied for the lead after 18 holes at TPC Southwind.
  • He achieved a bogey-free opening round for the first time in three years.
  • Spieth recorded four birdies on the back nine.
  • Tommy Fleetwood is currently one stroke behind with a four-under par.
  • Spieth aims to end a four-year winless streak.
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  • 10:30 AMYahoo SportsJordan Spieth accomplishes feat he hasn’t achieved for three years in round one of the St. Jude Championship
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Jordan Spieth is back at the top of a PGA Tour leaderboard. The man who managed to make the FedEx Cup Playoffs without getting in the top 10 a single time all year is threatening to go on a run in the postseason.

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