Since its inception as the Memphis Open in 1970, the FedEx St. Jude Championship has become a charitable powerhouse, raising over $66 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in its fight against childhood cancers.
Originally known as the Westchester Classic, the tournament has found a permanent home at the challenging TPC Southwind course in Memphis, Tennessee (par-70, 7,244 yards). Past champions boast legendary names like Dustin Johnson, who holds the tournament record score of -30 set in 2020. While winning here is prestigious, the true focus lies on the FedEx Cup. Only the top 70 golfers based on FedEx Cup points qualify.
They battle for the lowest score over four rounds, but the ultimate goal is to earn FedEx Cup points. These points determine who advances to the next playoff events, culminating in the TOUR Championship and a chance at the FedEx Cup's $25 million prize.
The FedEx St. Jude Championship is a unique tournament where birdies for charity and the FedEx Cup chase create an exciting atmosphere.
What course is the FedEx St Jude Championship on?
The FedEx St. Jude Championship occurs at TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee. This challenging par-70 course has been the tournament's permanent home since 2022.
Undulating fairways keep golfers on their toes, while Bermuda greens are known for their lightning-fast speed and tricky slopes. Water hazards like lakes, streams, and ponds lurk throughout the course, adding a layer of strategy and the potential for penalty strokes. Signature holes include the par-3 11th, an island green reminiscent of TPC Sawgrass' iconic 17th, and the risk-reward par-4 18th, where water flanks the entire left side of the fairway, making it a dramatic closing hole.
With a rich history of hosting the PGA Tour's FedEx St. Jude Championship (formerly the Memphis Open) since 1989, TPC Southwind's challenging layout and strategic design provide a thrilling test for golfers.
Course Layout
The hole details are as follows:
| Hole | Par | Yards |
| 1 | 4 | 434 |
| 2 | 4 | 401 |
| 3 | 5 | 554 |
| 4 | 3 | 196 |
| 5 | 4/5 | 485 |
| 6 | 4 | 445 |
| 7 | 4 | 482 |
| 8 | 3 | 164 |
| 9 | 4 | 457 |
| Out | 35/36 | 3618 |
| 10 | 4 | 465 |
| 11 | 3 | 162 |
| 12 | 4 | 406 |
| 13 | 4 | 472 |
| 14 | 3 | 239 |
| 15 | 4 | 395 |
| 16 | 5 | 530 |
| 17 | 4 | 490 |
| 18 | 4 | 453 |
| In | 35 | 3612 |
| Total | 70 | 7230 |
FAQ's On FedEx St Jude Championship Course
A. The FedEx St. Jude Championship is held at the TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee.
A. It's a challenging par-70 course stretching over 7,244 yards, known for its undulating fairways, fast Bermuda greens, and strategically placed water hazards.
A. The FedEx St. Jude Championship is a four-day stroke play event with no cut. The top 70 golfers compete based on FedEx Cup points.
