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Scheffler's Historic 61 Ties Course Record at FedEx St. Jude
15 Aug
Summary
- Scheffler shot a 9-under 61, tying the TPC Southwind course record.
- He leads by three strokes after two rounds at 11 under par.
- This ties the fifth instance of a 61 or better at TPC Southwind since 1989.
Scottie Scheffler, the world's top-ranked golfer, has achieved a significant milestone at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. On Friday, August 15, 2026, Scheffler carded an exceptional round of 9-under 61, matching the existing course record at TPC Southwind. This stellar performance has positioned him atop the leaderboard, holding a commanding three-stroke lead with an aggregate score of 11-under par after completing two rounds of play.
Scheffler's exceptional round included a dazzling start with five consecutive birdies and a total of eleven birdies throughout his play, despite incurring two bogeys. This impressive 61 is the fifth occurrence of this score or better at TPC Southwind since its establishment in 1989. Notable golfers who have previously achieved this mark include Justin Rose (2023), Tom Lewis (2020), Bob Estes (2001), and Jay Delsing (1993).
