Scottie Scheffler is on the brink of capping off his phenomenal 2024 season with a historic seventh victory, as he takes a commanding five-shot lead into the final round of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club. The World No. 1 has been the dominant force in golf all year, and he now stands just 18 holes away from securing the FedExCup title.
Scheffler’s lead over Collin Morikawa, his closest competitor, highlights the gap he has created between himself and the rest of the field. The 28-year-old Texan has been relentless in his pursuit of the FedExCup, displaying the same poise and precision that saw him win six PGA Tour events earlier in the season, including his second Masters title.
“I’ve felt good about my game all week, and I’m just trying to stay focused on the task at hand,” Scheffler said after finishing Saturday’s round. “I know there’s still a lot of work to do, but I’m excited for the challenge tomorrow.”
Morikawa, a two-time major champion, has also played well throughout the tournament, but he faces a daunting task in trying to overcome Scheffler’s lead. The 27-year-old Californian will need a near-flawless performance on Sunday, combined with a rare misstep from Scheffler, to have any chance of claiming the FedExCup.
“Scottie’s been incredible all season, and he’s not giving us much to work with,” Morikawa admitted. “But anything can happen in golf, so I’m just going to go out there and give it my all.”
The final round promises to be a thrilling conclusion to what has been an extraordinary FedExCup season. Scheffler’s pursuit of a seventh win in 2024 would not only cement his status as the best golfer in the world but also place him among the all-time greats in the sport. His consistency, mental toughness, and ability to rise to the occasion have been unmatched, and Sunday’s round could be the crowning achievement of his career so far.
For the rest of the field, including Morikawa, the goal will be to apply as much pressure as possible and hope for a slip-up from the leader. With a $75 million prize pool on the line and the prestigious FedExCup trophy within reach, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Golf fans around the world will be tuning in to see if Scheffler can finish the job and write another chapter in what has already been a remarkable season. The final round of the Tour Championship, and the FedExCup season finale, will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Golf from 5 p.m. on Sunday.
