Rested Scottie Scheffler Leads FedEx Cup Playoffs in Memphis

Scottie Scheffler, coming off victories at the PGA Championship and the British Open, is prioritizing rest over additional practice as he prepares to defend his FedEx Cup title at the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis. Scheffler, who has achieved 11 consecutive top-10 finishes since March, believes that extra practice at this stage could be physically and mentally draining, and has instead been celebrating his successes with family and friends, including a party with the Claret Jug and cameo in 'Happy Gilmore 2.' The revamped FedEx Cup postseason now divides its $25 million prize, with Scheffler already securing significant bonuses for his regular season performance. He leads the 70-player field at TPC Southwind, with the top 50 advancing to the BMW Championship and the top 30 moving to the Tour Championship. Rory McIlroy, who won the Masters earlier this year, is skipping the opening playoff event but remains in contention for the overall title. Both Scheffler and McIlroy are managing their energy as they prepare for a demanding end-of-season schedule.