Is it too late for PGA Tour to reconsider Memphis' fate? Here's to hope
There was more than a tinge of bittersweetness to Scottie Scheffler’s masterpiece at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. But what if the door isn't closed?
The FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis was a spectacle of golfing prowess, with Scottie Scheffler winning by an 8-stroke margin. This victory marked the largest margin of victory on the PGA Tour so far this season. However, the positive vibes were overshadowed by the news that Memphis will host only one more major event, the 2027 FedEx St. Jude Championship.
The PGA Tour is introducing a new competitive structure in 2028, which includes two tiers and a modified postseason format, and Memphis will not be part of the Championship Series anymore. This announcement caused a wave of disappointment and despair among locals, with legends like Jim Nantz expressing their sadness. Despite the news, there is still hope for Memphis.
The tour has not yet announced all the sites for the Championship Series events for 2023-2024, and Memphis has a rich history with the tour, having hosted the event annually since 1958. Additionally, early signs suggest that Memphis could potentially host an all-time high number of fans and tickets sales. While it's too early to say for certain whether Memphis' days as a host for the top golfers are numbered, there is certainly hope that the PGA Tour and FedEx can reconsider their decision, and that the FedEx St. Jude Championship can retain its prestigious status among golf events.
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