Rory McIlroy to compete at FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:37 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Rory McIlroy will return to the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis from August 13-16 after missing the 2025 event. Currently ranked No. 2 in the World Golf Ranking, McIlroy joins other top players, including Scottie Scheffler and Justin Thomas, in the field. McIlroy's recent performances at TPC Southwind have been inconsistent, with a tie for 68th in 2024 and a tie for third in 2023. The tournament serves as the opening leg of the FedExCup playoffs, essential for advancing in the series. The PGA Tour confirmed ongoing discussions regarding future tournaments in Memphis.
- •FedEx St. Jude Championship scheduled for August 13-16.
- •McIlroy did not compete in 2025 but has a history in Memphis.
- •Top 70 golfers qualify for this tournament as part of FedExCup playoffs.
- •McIlroy ranked No. 2 globally, behind Scottie Scheffler.
- •Justin Rose was the winner of the 2025 championship.
- 6:36 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy is confirmed for next week's FedEx St. Jude after skipping playoff opener last year
- 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy returning to Memphis for FedEx St. Jude
- 5:37 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy returning to Memphis for FedEx St. Jude Championship after missing a year
"Rory McIlroy returns to the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis after skipping the tournament last year.
"Rory McIlroy will return to Memphis for the FedEx St. Jude Championship after he skipped last year's event.
"Rory McIlroy will play in the FedEx St. Jude Championship after passing on the playoff opener in 2025
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 6:36 PMRory McIlroy is confirmed for next week's FedEx St. Jude after skipping playoff opener last year
Rory McIlroy will play in the FedEx St. Jude Championship after passing on the playoff opener in 2025
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 6:04 PMRory McIlroy returning to Memphis for FedEx St. Jude
Rory McIlroy returns to the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis after skipping the tournament last year.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 5:37 PMRory McIlroy returning to Memphis for FedEx St. Jude Championship after missing a year
Rory McIlroy will return to Memphis for the FedEx St. Jude Championship after he skipped last year's event.
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