McIlroy struggles at FedEx St. Jude Championship; Spieth shares lead
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Rory McIlroy opened the FedEx St. Jude Championship with a four-over par round on August 13, 2026. After starting level par, he dropped shots on the final three holes, concluding with a double bogey. Jordan Spieth and Michael Thorbjornsen are tied for the lead at five-under, while Tommy Fleetwood is one shot behind. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is at two-under par, and the tournament continues with live coverage.
- •McIlroy shoots four-over par in first round.
- •Spieth and Thorbjornsen lead at five-under par.
- •Fleetwood trails by one stroke after a 66.
- •Scheffler positioned at two-under par.
- •Next rounds will determine playoff standings.
"Rory McIlroy made a woeful start to the FedExCup Playoffs as he shot four-over par opening round at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis.
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