Tommy Fleetwood had a remarkable performance at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, where he secured a four-shot lead after completing his second round with a six-under 64. This puts him at 13 under par at TPC Southwind, as he seeks to claim his first PGA Tour title. Fleetwood’s impressive finishing stretch included four consecutive birdies on the back nine, following strong play throughout his rounds.
Challenging Fleetwood are fellow Englishman Justin Rose and Americans Collin Morikawa and Akshay Bhatia, who are all positioned at nine under. Notably, Rose still has two holes left in his second round due to persistent weather interruptions. Morikawa managed a solid three-under 65, while Bhatia, who led after the first round, could only manage a one-under 69.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler trails by six shots, sitting in a share of seventh place after 36 holes. Fleetwood, who previously carded a seven-under 63 in the opening round, had an excellent back nine that included a series of significant birdies, despite finishing with a bogey on the 18th hole.
Expressing his views on his performance, Fleetwood acknowledged the importance of being in contention, stating, “I would much rather be up there and not quite get it done than not there at all,” suggesting a positive mindset as he looks forward to the weekend. He highlighted his solid iron play and consistent putting, which have been critical to his success thus far.
Fleetwood, currently ranked as the world No. 15, has claimed seven victories on the DP World Tour but is still chasing his first win on the PGA Tour. He came close at the Travelers Championship in June, showcasing his potential on the big stage.
As the tournament progresses, Fleetwood’s drive and recent performances provide a compelling narrative, with the hope that he may finally secure that elusive PGA Tour victory this weekend. The upcoming rounds will be crucial not only for Fleetwood but also for the entire field vying for a chance in the playoffs, with the top 70 players progressing through to the next stages in the playoff series.