This post provides real-time PGA TOUR rankings, tournament schedules, player performances, FedExCup standings, and tour information. Users can explore the Leaderboard, News, Stats, FedExCup, Players, and Tour Info tabs, with a mobile-optimized layout for seamless access. Use it to track the real-time rankings of top global and Korean players on the PGA TOUR!
PGA TOUR Live Leaderboard – FedExCup Rankings
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Known as the “Golden Bear,” Jack Nicklaus (born January 21, 1940) won 18 major championships, including 6 Masters titles, and holds the record for 73 PGA TOUR victories. His strategic brilliance and longevity redefined golf.
Arnold Palmer (1929–2016) popularized golf with his charisma, winning 7 majors, including 4 Masters, and 62 PGA TOUR events. His aggressive style and fanbase, “Arnie’s Army,” left a lasting legacy.
Tiger Woods (born December 30, 1975) is one of golf’s greatest, with 15 major wins, including 5 Masters, and 82 PGA TOUR victories, tying the all-time record. His 1997 Masters win by 12 strokes reshaped the sport.
Scottie Scheffler (born June 21, 1996) is the 2024 Masters champion and world No. 1, with 9 PGA TOUR wins in 2024. Known for exceptional ball-striking, he dominated the FedExCup standings.
Rory McIlroy (born May 4, 1989) has 4 major titles, including the 2014 PGA Championship, and 26 PGA TOUR wins. His powerful driving and consistent performances make him a fan favorite.
Xander Schauffele (born October 25, 1993) won the 2024 PGA Championship and Olympic gold in 2021. With 9 PGA TOUR victories, his all-around game ensures consistent top finishes.
K.J. Choi (born May 19, 1970) is a pioneer of Korean golf, becoming the first Korean to win on the PGA TOUR with 8 victories, including the 2011 Players Championship. He now competes on the PGA TOUR Champions.
Y.E. Yang (born January 15, 1972) made history in 2009 by defeating Tiger Woods to win the PGA Championship, the first Asian-born major champion. He has 2 PGA TOUR wins.
Sungjae Im (born March 30, 1998) won the 2019 PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year award and the 2020 Honda Classic. His 2023 Players Championship T6 highlights his rising star status.
Si Woo Kim (born June 28, 1995) won the 2017 Players Championship at age 21, setting a record as the youngest champion. He qualified for the PGA TOUR at 17 via Q-School.
Byeong Hun An (born September 17, 1991) won the 2009 U.S. Amateur Championship as the youngest champion. He debuted on the PGA TOUR in 2016 and consistently ranks in the top tiers.
Tom Kim (born June 21, 2002) won the 2022 Wyndham Championship at age 20, becoming the second-youngest PGA TOUR winner. His youthful energy brightens Korean golf’s future.
K.H. Lee (born August 24, 1991) claimed his first PGA TOUR win at the 2021 AT&T Byron Nelson. His steady play makes him a contender for the 2025 season.
The following players have moved to LIV Golf, a Saudi-backed golf league:
- Jon Rahm: 2023 Masters and 2021 U.S. Open champion, joined LIV Golf in 2024 for a reported $300 million.
- Dustin Johnson: 2020 Masters and 2016 U.S. Open winner, signed with LIV Golf in 2022 for $125 million.
- Brooks Koepka: Five-time major champion, including three PGA Championships, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Phil Mickelson: Six-time major winner, including three Masters, joined LIV Golf in 2022 for $200 million.
- Cameron Smith: 2022 Open Championship winner, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Bryson DeChambeau: 2020 U.S. Open champion, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Patrick Reed: 2018 Masters champion, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Sergio Garcia: 2017 Masters champion, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Martin Kaymer: 2014 U.S. Open and 2010 PGA Championship winner, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Lee Westwood: Former world No. 1, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Ian Poulter: Ryder Cup star, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Graeme McDowell: 2010 U.S. Open champion, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Charl Schwartzel: 2011 Masters champion, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Louis Oosthuizen: 2010 Open Championship winner, joined LIV Golf in 2022.
- Tyrrell Hatton: Joined LIV Golf in 2024, known for Ryder Cup performances.
- Adrian Meronk: Joined LIV Golf in 2024, former DP World Tour winner.
The PGA TOUR is the premier professional golf tour in the United States and North America, hosting major golf tournaments. Established in 1968, the PGA TOUR is a membership organization for the world’s top professional golfers, co-sanctioning over 130 tournaments across the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamérica, and PGA TOUR Canada.
Prize Money DistributionPGA TOUR event prize money is distributed as follows:
- Winner: Typically receives 18% of the total purse (e.g., $1.44M for an $8M purse).
- 2nd Place: Approx. 10.9% (e.g., $872K).
- 3rd Place: Approx. 6.9% (e.g., $552K).
- Distribution: All players making the cut receive a share, with amounts decreasing by rank.
- Minimum Prize: The lowest-ranked player making the cut earns approx. 0.2% (e.g., $16K).
Regular PGA TOUR events offer purses of $7M–$9M, Signature Events exceed $20M, and majors are $15M or more.
Cut SystemThe cut is used in most PGA TOUR events to narrow the field for the final rounds:
- Standard Cut Rule: The top 65 players and ties advance to the weekend rounds (changed from top 70 in 2019).
- Cut Timing: Determined after 36 holes (first two rounds).
- No-Cut Events: Signature Events, TOUR Championship, and limited-field events have no cut.
- Secondary Cut: Rarely, if too many players make the cut, a secondary cut (MDF – Made Cut, Did Not Finish) may occur after round 3.
- Amateurs: Amateurs can make the cut but are ineligible for prize money.
Players missing the cut receive no prize money or FedExCup points and do not play the final rounds.
FedExCup Points SystemThe FedExCup is a season-long championship culminating in the playoffs:
- Regular Events: Winner earns 500 points, with points decreasing by rank.
- Signature Events: Winner earns 700 points.
- Major Championships: Winner earns 600 points.
- The Players Championship: Winner earns 600 points.
- Playoffs: FedExCup playoff events award increased points (e.g., playoff event winners earn 2000 points).
- TOUR Championship: The final event uses a stroke-based system, with the FedExCup leader starting at -10.
The FedExCup winner earns a significant bonus (e.g., $18M from a $75M pool) and a 5-year PGA TOUR exemption. Top final FedExCup rankings secure tour cards.
Tournament FormatMost PGA TOUR events follow a standard format:
- Duration: 4 rounds (72 holes) of stroke play, typically Thursday to Sunday.
- Field Size: Usually 132–156 players.
- Par: Most courses are par 70–72.
- Pro-Am: Many tournaments include a Wednesday Pro-Am event with professionals and amateurs.
- Special Formats: Some tournaments have unique formats:
- Zurich Classic (team play)
- WGC-Dell Match Play (match play format – *Note: format/events may change annually*)
- The Genesis Invitational (120-player limited field)
The player with the lowest total score after all rounds wins. In case of a tie after 72 holes, a sudden-death playoff typically determines the winner.