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Golf Stars Shine in Major Tournaments

Updated 2026-08-16 22:55 UTC 1 source Positive

Scottie Scheffler dominated the FedEx St. Jude Championship, winning by 8 shots. Meanwhile, Jack Whaley secured victory for Florida State at the U.S. Amateur championship.

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ESPN

Scheffler opens playoffs with dominant 8-shot win

Scottie Scheffler was back to his dominant form Sunday, winning the FedEx St. Jude Championship by 8 shots to open the PGA Tour postseason.

2026-08-16 23:47 UTC

ESPN

Seminole moment: FSU's Whaley wins U.S. Amateur

Jack Whaley, 22, who plays in the ACC with the Florida State Seminoles, used double gloves, held off Jay Leng Jr. to win the U.S. Amateur championship on Sunday afternoon at rainy Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania.

2026-08-16 23:47 UTC