Tommy Fleetwood produced an impressive 6-under 64 during the second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Friday, securing the 36-hole lead in the opening event of the FedExCup playoffs. The English golfer’s strong performance has renewed hopes for him to capture his first PGA Tour victory, a milestone that has eluded him since he joined the circuit in 2018. After his round, Fleetwood expressed optimism about his chances, saying,
“maybe this weekend is the weekend”
he finally wins.
A Career Marked by Consistency but No Victory Yet
Despite competing in 160 PGA Tour events, Fleetwood is still seeking his maiden title. The European Ryder Cup team member has come close on several occasions, finishing runner-up six times, placing third five times, and achieving a record-setting 42 top-10 finishes on the PGA Tour. He remains hopeful as he builds momentum, having recently claimed the 2024 Dubai Invitational title. The 2019 Open Championship runner-up reflected on his current position, stating,
“Happy to put myself in with a chance over the weekend. I think that’s exactly where you want to be and keep testing yourself. Yeah, it hasn’t happened for me yet out on the PGA Tour, but I would much rather be up there and not quite get it done than not there at all, and who knows, maybe this weekend is the weekend and we’ll see, and we’ll crack on from there. But look forward to tomorrow first.” —Tommy Fleetwood, Golfer
Fleetwood’s remarks came in response to comparisons with Cameron Young, who secured his first PGA Tour win at the Wyndham Championship after 93 attempts, illustrating that success can come after extended perseverance.
Financial Success without a Win
While a PGA Tour title has remained out of reach, Fleetwood’s consistent performances have earned him over $31 million in career earnings, placing him among the top earners without a victory. His nearest attempt this season was at the Travelers Championship in June, where he held a three-stroke lead entering the final holes but ultimately fell short to U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley.
Overview of Fleetwood’s 2025 PGA Tour Season
Heading into the final stages of the FedExCup playoffs, Fleetwood began the FedEx St. Jude Championship ranked seventh in the FedExCup standings and is projected to move up to second place behind Scottie Scheffler after his second-round performance. This solid ranking has already secured his spot in the season-ending TOUR Championship, reflecting an impressive campaign marked by several top-10 finishes.
Highlights from Fleetwood’s 2025 season include a second-place finish at the Travelers Championship, fourth at the Truist Championship, and fifth at the Genesis Invitational. Although there have been setbacks such as missing the cut at the U.S. Open, Fleetwood has maintained strong showings in the majors with tied 21st at the Masters, tied 41st at the PGA Championship, and tied 16th at The Open.
Detailed Breakdown of Fleetwood’s Tournament Results This Year
- AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am: Tied 22nd – $158,273
- The Genesis Invitational: Tied 5th – $736,500
- Arnold Palmer Invitational: Tied 11th – $451,250
- THE PLAYERS Championship: Tied 14th – $418,750
- Valspar Championship: Tied 16th – $128,325
- Valero Texas Open: Tied 62nd – $21,090
- Masters Tournament: Tied 21st – $210,000
- RBC Heritage: 7th – $670,000
- Truist Championship: Tied 4th – $826,667
- PGA Championship: Tied 41st – $60,677
- Charles Schwab Challenge: Tied 4th – $427,500
- The Memorial Tournament: Tied 16th – $319,000
- U.S. Open: Missed Cut
- Travelers Championship: Tied 2nd – $1,760,000
- Genesis Scottish Open: Tied 34th – $52,950
- The Open Championship: Tied 16th – $185,257
Positioned as a Contender in the Playoffs
Entering the FedExCup playoffs as a longshot favorite, Fleetwood’s consistent season and strong start at TPC Southwind underscore his potential to finally claim a PGA Tour title. With a solid position in the FedExCup standings and a confident mindset, the English golfer remains poised to make a compelling run as the playoffs progress toward the TOUR Championship finale.