Scottie Scheffler equalled the course record with a nine-under-par 61 at TPC Southwind, building a three-stroke lead at the end of the second round of the St Jude Championship in Memphis, according to tournament reports.
Scheffler’s Record-Equalling Round at TPC Southwind
World number one Scottie Scheffler carded a 61 during the second round to pull away from the field in the opening tournament of the FedEx Cup play-offs. The American opened his round by birdieing the first five holes before adding another six birdies. Bogeys on the eighth and 12th holes were the only errors on a scorecard that marked his fourth career round of 61 or better on the PGA Tour. “Really just a dream start. Probably one of the best starts I’ve had on tour, to be honest with you,” Scheffler said.
Chasing Pack and International Contenders
South Korea’s Im Sung-jae and Norway’s Viktor Hovland share second place at eight under par overall, according to official leaderboard data. Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg sits one shot further back at seven under. Reigning FedEx Cup champion Tommy Fleetwood stands as the highest-placed British player, tied at six under par alongside Jordan Spieth, Nico Echavarria, and Brian Harman.
Notable Rounds and Roster Movement
Matt Fitzpatrick and Aaron Rai shot rounds placing them at three under and two under respectively, while Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy sits at four over par. Because FedEx play-off events do not feature a 36-hole cut, McIlroy will continue play over the weekend. Meanwhile, Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre withdrew from the tournament prior to Friday’s play due to a knee injury after shooting an 82 in the opening round, leaving his position at 31st in the FedEx Cup points standings vulnerable ahead of the top-50 cutoff for next week’s BMW Championship.
Pro Tip
With no 36-hole cut at the St Jude Championship, players struggling in the early rounds still have the opportunity to climb the FedEx Cup points list over the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the St Jude Championship after the second round?
Scottie Scheffler leads the tournament at 11-under-par after shooting a second-round 61.
What is the cut rule for the FedEx Cup play-offs?
There is no 36-hole cut at any FedEx play-off event.
Why did Robert MacIntyre withdraw?
Robert MacIntyre withdrew prior to Friday’s round due to a knee injury.
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