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Scottie Scheffler leads ahead of BMW Championship as Fowler, Thomas face pressure

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 7:42 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Scottie Scheffler leads ahead of BMW Championship as Fowler, Thomas face pressure

Summary

Scottie Scheffler enters the BMW Championship following an impressive eight-shot victory at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis. His recent performance has solidified his top ranking in the world. Meanwhile, Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas are under pressure to perform strongly this week in St. Louis to improve their standings in the FedExCup Playoffs. The tournament continues, with significant implications for players vying for playoff positions.

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By the Numbers

•Scheffler won the FedEx St. Jude Championship by eight shots.
•Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas need strong finishes to improve FedExCup standings.
•The BMW Championship is ongoing in St. Louis.
•Scheffler aims to maintain his top position in world golf rankings.

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What they're saying

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The playoffs continue in St. Louis with 50 golfers looking to advance to the Tour Championship. Who is on the bubble to advance, and what can we expect from Scottie Scheffler?
— ESPNby Mark Schlabach