FedExCup: Matt Fitzpatrick Still the Best UK Player

With the PGA Tour season in full swing, professional golfers have been ardently competing in various tournaments to amass points that are crucial for climbing up the FedExCup rankings. Currently, Scottie Scheffler is the golfer leading the pack in the FedExCup rankings, with five English players successfully securing their spots in the top 100.

Dynamic Shifts in FedExCup Standings

The prominence of English golfers within the FedExCup becomes evident when scrutinizing the performances of the top two English players in the rankings. Matt Fitzpatrick, who sits at number 33 in the current rankings, has actively participated in 12 events this season, securing a total of 733 points. Despite not achieving a victory, Fitzpatrick has maintained consistent form with two top-10 finishes. Similarly, Tommy Fleetwood, ranked 39th, has amassed 639 points through his participation in 8 events, achieving three top-10 placements.

Top-5 FedExCup Contenders’ Analysis

A closer look at the FedExCup rankings reveals the formidable competition at its echelon. Scheffler, the current leader, with an impressive total of 3,915 points from 10 events, continues to hold his ground with 9 top-10 finishes and 4 victories. Behind him, Wyndham Clark at second, Xander Schauffele in third, Sahith Theegala in fourth, and Ludvig Åberg from Sweden completing the top-five have all held steady in their previous week’s positions. They respectively boast a balance of performance, with Clark enjoying a victory among his 4 top-10 finishes, Schauffele with 7 top-ten placements, Theegala and Åberg each with 5 top-ten finishes, and Matsuyama also holding a victory to his name.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.