Rory McIlroy confirms participation in FedExCup opener in Memphis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:09 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Rory McIlroy will compete in the FedEx St. Jude Championship, starting next week in Memphis. This marks his return to the playoff opener after skipping it last year. McIlroy has participated in three FedEx St. Jude Championships since 2022, with varied performances. He currently ranks 12th in the FedExCup standings, buoyed by a Masters victory and several top-10 finishes this season. The final field for the event will be determined after this week's Wyndham Championship.
- •McIlroy returns to Memphis after skipping last year's playoff opener.
- •He ranked 12th in the FedExCup standings ahead of the tournament.
- •McIlroy has mixed results at the FedEx St. Jude Championship since 2022.
- •The field finalization depends on the outcome of the Wyndham Championship.
- 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy commits to FedExCup Playoffs opener in Memphis
"The PGA Tour announced Friday afternoon that McIlroy has committed to the 70-man field, one year after he skipped the playoff opener at TPC Southwind.
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