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Memphis prepares for FedEx St. Jude Championship amid PGA Tour changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Memphis prepares for FedEx St. Jude Championship amid PGA Tour changes

Summary

The FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind kicks off on August 13, marking the PGA Tour's 69th annual event in Memphis. After the tour announced that Memphis will lose its elite-level status following this tournament, local support is emphasized. Community members, including PGA Championship runner-up Shaun Micheel, urged fans to rally around the event in light of the changes. The PGA Tour's new competitive format, introducing a Championship and Challenger Series, will impact future events.

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•FedEx St. Jude Championship begins August 13 at TPC Southwind.
•Memphis is losing its premier status in the PGA Tour's new structure.
•Local figures encourage public support for the event amid changes.
•The PGA Tour plans to implement a new competitive format in 2028.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Dear Memphis, the PGA may have broken your heart. Don't let it break your spirit

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When the FedEx St. Jude Championship tees off — lame-duck in elevated prestige though it may be — Memphis should show up in force.
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Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 10:05 AM
Dear Memphis, the PGA may have broken your heart. Don't let it break your spirit
When the FedEx St. Jude Championship tees off — lame-duck in elevated prestige though it may be — Memphis should show up in force.

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