Scottie Scheffler’s 65 Sparks FedEx St Jude Charge | Round 3 Highlights

Scottie Scheffler's 65 Sparks FedEx St. Jude Charge | Round 3 Highlights
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Scottie Scheffler Charges Up Leaderboard with Stellar 65 in Memphis

 Scottie Scheffler Fires 65 to Enter Contention at FedEx St. Jude Championship

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler delivered a masterclass in resilience and shotmaking during Saturday’s third round, carding a bogey-free 6-under 65 to climb into contention at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. The FedEx Cup leader’s brilliant performance featured back-to-back birdies and clutch par saves that showcased why he remains golf’s most consistent force.

 Scheffler’s Round Highlights – Precision and Patience

 

Key moments from Scheffler’s moving day charge:

  • Early Par Saves: Crucial up-and-down on No. 3 set the tone

  • Birdie Barrage: Back-to-back circles at 8 & 9 (32 on front)

  • Shot of the Day: 163-yard approach to 3 feet at No. 12

  • Scrambling Magic: Saved par after bad break at No. 11 (sprinkler hit)

“Look out for the world number one” – Broadcasters noted as Scheffler gained momentum.

 Statistical Dominance Despite “Off” Day

Remarkably, Scheffler excelled while not at his ball-striking best:

CategoryPerformanceTour Rank
Strokes Gained: Putting+3.211st
Proximity to Hole39’8″68th
Fairways Hit10/14 (71%)T24
Greens in Regulation13/18 (72%)T18

 Scheffler’s Post-Round Outlook

The typically understated Texan acknowledged:
“I ground really well today. Made some key putts when I needed to and just kept myself in it.” His 65 matched the day’s low round and positioned him just four shots behind leader Tommy Fleetwood entering Sunday.

 What a Win Would Mean

A victory would:

  • Extend his PGA Tour winning streak to 5 seasons

  • Strengthen his FedEx Cup lead

  • Mark his 6th win of 2023 (most since Tiger Woods in 2009)

 Sunday Forecast – Scheffler’s Keys to Victory

  1. Early Aggression: Capitalize on drivable par-4 3rd

  2. Mid-Round Focus: Navigate tough 11-14 stretch

  3. Closing Kick: Attack scoring holes 15-18 (played -3 today)

As Scheffler seeks his first FedEx Cup playoff win, all eyes will be on golf’s most dominant player during Sunday’s final round broadcast at 2 PM ET on NBC.

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