Scottie Scheffler wins St Jude Championship by eight shots

Scottie Scheffler claimed victory at the St Jude Championship with a commanding eight-shot margin over runner-up Si Woo Kim of South Korea, securing his 21st career PGA Tour title and earning $3.6 million in prize money. The final-round 4-under-par 66 at TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee, saw Scheffler finish at 17 under par, 17-under 263, to dominate the field. This result extended his lead in the FedEx Cup playoffs and marked his first win since January. Scheffler, the world number one, admitted he had struggled with consistency throughout the year, often finding himself in tight situations but falling short of victory. “I felt like a week like this was coming,” he said after the tournament. “I felt like I was on repeat all year just being like, ‘Hey, I’m playing solid. I’m close.’ It feels good to be answering some different questions at the end of this week.” His performance in the final round was particularly impressive, as he recorded birdies on the 11th, 13th, and 16th holes, helping him build a comfortable lead. The victory came amid a strong showing from Scheffler, who maintained a steady rhythm throughout the tournament despite missing several fairways. “I didn’t hit maybe as many fairways this week, but I was really sharp with the irons, and I rolled it really good on the greens. That’s a good compensation if you’re going to try to have success out here,” he explained. The margin of victory was the largest at TPC Southwind in its history and the second-largest in the past 30 years, underscoring the dominance of Scheffler's play. Kim, who finished at 9 under par, managed a final-round 68, but was unable to challenge Scheffler’s lead. The American’s performance ensured that he remained in control of the FedEx Cup standings, having already secured a strong position heading into the next stage of the playoffs. The tournament served as the opening event of three contests in the FedEx Cup series, with the subsequent events set to take place in St Louis, Missouri. Scheffler’s win also marks a personal milestone, as it brings his total PGA Tour victories to 21, further cementing his status among the top players in the sport. His ability to maintain composure and deliver under pressure was evident throughout the competition, especially in the final round when he extended his lead. “I played solid golf all day, really all week,” he said, reflecting on the consistent effort that led to his triumph. Looking ahead, the next stop in the FedEx Cup playoffs will be the BMW Championship in St Louis, Missouri, where Scheffler won last year. With his current form and confidence, he is well-positioned to continue his success in the upcoming stages of the playoffs. As the PGA Tour moves forward, fans will be eager to see how Scheffler performs in the next major event, building on what has been a standout performance at the St Jude Championship.