Scheffler wins Tour Championship, surpasses Woods in PGA Tour earnings

Scottie Scheffler completed a remarkable season on Sunday, August 30, 2026, by winning the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta. The world's top-ranked golfer secured his second FedEx Cup title and, in the process, surpassed Tiger Woods' long-standing record for the highest career earnings in PGA Tour history. Scheffler began the final round three shots behind leader Viktor Hovland but delivered a brilliant 4-under-par 66 to claim victory by three strokes. He finished the tournament at 16-under par, earning a $10 million share of the $40 million purse. This victory marked his third win of the 2026 season, following earlier triumphs at The American Express and the FedEx St.