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Six bubble players highlight BMW Championship drama as Tour Championship nears

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Six bubble players highlight BMW Championship drama as Tour Championship nears

Summary

The BMW Championship is currently underway in St. Louis, with key players fighting for spots in the Tour Championship. Wyndham Clark leads with a score of 17 under, while Rory McIlroy and Patrick Cantlay are tied for second at 12 under. Notable players like Gary Woodland and Rickie Fowler are among those on the bubble, looking to secure their positions. Each player's performance today could significantly impact their standings in the FedEx Cup playoffs, as only the top 30 players advance to the Tour Championship next week.

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By the Numbers

•Wyndham Clark leads the BMW Championship at 17 under.
•Gary Woodland is projected to move from 31st to 19th in standings.
•Rickie Fowler, currently tied for 35th, needs a strong finish to qualify.
•Justin Thomas must finish solo seventh or better to advance.
•Sungjae Im started 40th but is projected for 30th with a solid performance.

Latest Updates

3:37 AMYahoo Sports — Who's in, who's out for Tour Championship: 'Bubble' watch heats up at BMW Championship
3:00 AMYahoo Sports — 6 playoff bubble players to watch at the BMW Championship Sunday

What they're saying

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Only 30 players make it to the Tour Championship, which means a handful of pros have a lot to play for at the BMW Championship on Sunday.
— Yahoo Sports