7 PGA Tour stars who missed the FedEx Cup playoffs
The field for the first FedEx Cup playoff event is set, but it's missing several stars. Here are 7 notable pros who didn't make the playoffs. The post 7 PGA Tour stars who missed the FedEx Cup playoffs appeared first on Golf .
Memphis, TN — Jordan Spieth, the three-time major champion, kicked off his morning at the FedEx St. Jude Championship on August 13 with a strong 5-under round, tying him for the lead at TPC Southwind alongside Michael Thorbjornsen. He expressed confidence in his golf game, stating that he has been performing better than ever. Spieth acknowledged the fluctuating nature of his season, but believed he had recently taken a breather from excessive pressure.
After starting the front nine at 1 under, he scored three consecutive birdies from the 11th to the 13th holes and then secured a birdie on No. 15. Currently ranked 54 in the FedExCup standings, Spieth will need to advance to the top 50 to qualify for the next playoff event in St. Louis. He believes his recent performance has been statistically strong, and that his current mindset could prove beneficial in the playoffs.
Spieth remains optimistic about the remainder of the season, stating that he has only one round behind him, and has a positive outlook for the future.
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