Fleetwood, Cantlay Lead FedEx Cup Tour Championship Battle

Tommy Fleetwood is in strong contention for his first PGA Tour victory as he enters the final round of the Tour Championship tied for the lead at 16-under with Patrick Cantlay. Despite never having won on the PGA Tour after multiple close calls and top finishes, Fleetwood's mental resilience and strategic changes, including switching to a TaylorMade Spider mallet putter, have boosted his confidence and performance. Cantlay, a fellow Ryder Cup contender, challenged Fleetwood with a late surge, birdying four of his last five holes, but Fleetwood responded with clutch birdies on the 16th and 17th to maintain their share of the lead. Fleetwood's consistent play and positive mindset, summed up in his philosophy of "being your own best friend," have kept him grounded amid the pressure and near-misses. Other top players like Russell Henley and Keegan Bradley remain in pursuit, with Bradley's strong third-round showing intensifying the competition and Ryder Cup captain's pick considerations. Fleetwood's breakthrough at this prestigious event would be a significant moment, potentially ending his long quest for a PGA Tour win and confirming his status among golf's elite.