Rory McIlroy struggles with 74; Scottie Scheffler posts 68 at St. Jude
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Rory McIlroy shot a 4-over 74 in the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship on August 13, facing challenging conditions in Memphis, Tennessee. McIlroy struggled on the final three holes, finishing with two bogeys and a double bogey after hitting into the water. Scottie Scheffler, the world's No. 1 player, fired a 2-under 68, including three birdies and one bogey, placing him three strokes back of the lead. Both players are set to return for the second round amidst extreme temperatures.
- •McIlroy finished his round with two bogeys and a double bogey.
- •Scheffler recorded three birdies and one bogey in his round.
- •The temperature in Memphis reached 110 degrees during play.
- •McIlroy ranks 12th in FedExCup points, while Scheffler leads.
- •Both players will resume play at 12:30 p.m. ET on August 14.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy wilts to shoot 74; Scottie Scheffler cards 'patient' 68 at scorching FedEx St. Jude
"Rory McIlroy played his final three holes in 4 over par in the opening round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
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