Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Tour Championship Scraps Starting Strokes, Resets to 72-Hole Race at East Lake

A firmer setup targets scores nearer par with Scottie Scheffler entering in top form after his BMW win.

Image
Image

Overview

  • The season finale runs August 21–24 in Atlanta with 30 FedEx Cup qualifiers starting at even par in a no-cut field.
  • The purse is $40 million, with $10 million to the winner.
  • East Lake plays as a par-70 at 7,440 yards after recent redesigns, and officials will tighten setup to create more risk/reward and winning scores closer to par.
  • Scheffler leads the contenders after overturning a four-shot deficit to win the BMW Championship, with pairings based on standings placing him alongside Rory McIlroy early.
  • Reports indicate the Tour has discussed moving the finale from East Lake in future years, but talks are exploratory and no change is imminent.