Michael Brennan wins Baycurrent Classic; FedEx Cup standings shift
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Michael Brennan claimed victory at the Baycurrent Classic on October 10, 2026, in Japan, marking his third PGA Tour win. The tournament’s conclusion revealed some movement in the FedEx Cup standings, with Michael Kim and Ricky Castillo moving into the top 60. Jordan Smith improved to No. 61 after a strong performance. Lee Hodges positioned himself as the current 'bubble boy' at No. 100, while Brooks Koepka fell to No. 102 but remains exempt until 2028 due to a previous major victory. With just five events left in the season, players are vying for position to secure their status for 2027.
- •Brennan wins Baycurrent Classic in Japan on October 10, 2026.
- •Kim and Castillo enter top 60, impacting future events.
- •Smith moves up to No. 61 in the standings.
- •Hodges is currently at No. 100, needing to secure his card.
- •Koepka falls to No. 102 but has 2028 exemption.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Who's in and who's out? FedEx Cup Fall standings update after Baycurrent in Japan
"Michael Brennan won in Japan as PGA Tour players scramble for FedEx Cup position with only five events left in the season.
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