2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship Thursday Tee Times: Round 1 Groupings
- Jude Championship opens its first round in Memphis with marquee pairings featuring Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler.
- Players are fighting not just for the trophy in Memphis, but for crucial points to advance deeper into the playoff schedule.
- Away from the fairways, spectators attending the 2026 FedEx St.
The 2026 Postseason Opens in Memphis
The 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship opens its first round in Memphis with marquee pairings featuring Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler. According to Golf.com, the heavy-hitting matchups set the stage for a crucial FedExCup Playoffs showdown as the PGA TOUR postseason heats up in Tennessee.
Thursday morning brings high-profile groups to the course.
Battle Lines Drawn for the Playoffs
The tournament serves as the opening leg of the postseason.
Players are fighting not just for the trophy in Memphis, but for crucial points to advance deeper into the playoff schedule.
TPC Southwind Introduces Grounds+
Away from the fairways, spectators attending the 2026 FedEx St. Jude Championship will encounter a restructured concessions model. According to fedexchampionship.com, tournament organizers have adjusted the fan landscape at TPC Southwind for this year’s event by introducing a new ticketing tier called Grounds+.
Targeting On-Course Fan Friction
The newly launched Grounds+ program delivers unlimited access to classic favorites at market-style concession stands without additional charges for food and non-alcoholic drinks. This initiative stems from fan feedback on the PGA TOUR and provides all ticket holders enrolled in the program free food and non-alcoholic beverages at designated on-course concession locations.