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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 13, 2026Miami-Dade

Jordan Spieth ties for lead in FedEx St. Jude Championship with opening round of 65

Jordan Spieth shot a 5-under 65 in the opening round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Thursday. This performance places him in a four-way tie for the lead in the PGA Tour playoff event.

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Why It Matters

The FedEx St. Jude Championship is the opening event of the PGA Tour playoffs, and performance here determines which players continue their season.

Key Facts

  • Jordan Spieth shot a 5-under 65 in the first round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
  • The tournament is the opening event of the PGA Tour playoffs.
  • Jordan Spieth is currently in a four-way tie for the lead.
  • The round was bogey-free for Spieth.

Who's Mentioned

personMichael Thorbjornsen“Professional golfer currently tied for the lead.”personJake Knapp“Professional golfer currently tied for the lead.”locationTPC Southwind“Tournament venue in Memphis, Tennessee.”personScottie Scheffler“World No. 1 golfer.”personMichael Kim“Professional golfer currently tied for the lead.”personKurt Kitayama“Professional golfer currently tied for the lead.”personTommy Fleetwood“Defending FedEx Cup champion.”otherFedEx St. Jude Championship“The PGA Tour playoff event taking place in Memphis, Tennessee.”personRory McIlroy“Masters champion.”personJordan Spieth“Professional golfer currently tied for the lead.”