Scottie Scheffler leads PGA Tour money list after victory in Memphis

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Scottie Scheffler leads PGA Tour money list after victory in Memphis
Summary

Scottie Scheffler secured an eight-shot victory at the FedEx St. Jude Classic on August 16, earning $3.6 million, which pushed his total earnings past $20 million for the fourth consecutive year. He holds a lead of over $6 million ahead of Cameron Young, ensuring he will maintain the top spot on the PGA Tour earnings list entering the BMW Championship. Young and Matt Fitzpatrick battle for second place, while Wyndham Clark became the fourth player to surpass $10 million in earnings this season. Players will be competing for more earnings at the upcoming events, including the BMW Championship and the Tour Championship in late August.

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  • Scheffler earned $3.6 million at the FedEx St. Jude Classic.
  • He has over a $6 million lead ahead of Cameron Young.
  • Wyndham Clark surpassed $10 million in earnings this season.
  • The BMW Championship has a $20 million overall purse.
  • PGA Tour earnings leaders include Scheffler, Young, and Fitzpatrick.
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  • 9:11 AMYahoo SportsScottie Scheffler's victory gives him commanding PGA Tour money lead
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Scottie Scheffler is assured of taking the lead on the PGA Tour earnings list into the Tour Championship in two weeks.

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