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A detail of the Fedex Cup trophy after Tommy Fleetwood of England won the final round of the TOUR Championship 2025 at East Lake Golf Club on August 24, 2025.
As the FedEx Cup Playoffs conclude in August, the PGA Tour shifts gears toward a season-defining phase: the FedEx Fall series. This stretch of tournaments offers battle-tested pros and rising stars a final opportunity to solidify their status, earn points, and carve out a spot on next season’s schedule.
In 2025, the Fall schedule comprises seven key events, each offering full FedEx Cup points and meaningful purses. From Napa’s vineyards to Bermuda’s ocean breeze, these tournaments are more than just a season-ender; they’re a chance to build momentum heading into winter and beyond.
The Fall Seven: Schedule Breakdown
According to the official PGA Tour schedule, here’s a snapshot of the remaining events that make up the FedEx Cup Fall:
These tournaments carry consistent prize money and the promise of full-strength fields, making them high-stakes events for players fighting to secure their Tour cards or boost their rankings late in the year.
Why the FedEx Fall Matters
In 2025, the PGA Tour implemented significant structural changes: only the top 100 players now enjoy full exempt status, down from 125 in previous years. That makes the FedEx Fall a critical battleground for those on the fringe trying to reassert their place.
‘Those players finishing Nos. 101-125 on the final FedExCup Fall standings will have conditional status for the 2025 PGA TOUR Season,” a PGA Tour article said.
Moreover, these events award full FedEx Cup points–crucial for maintaining playing privileges and earning invitations to elite tournaments. Many Fall winners also receive invitations to the Masters, adding even greater incentive to perform.
According to PGA Tour, “Winners of FedExCup Fall events will receive 500 FedExCup Points, Official World Golf Ranking points and a two-year winner’s exemption. Winners will also be eligible for The Sentry, THE PLAYERS Championship, as well as eligibility into major championships that invite PGA TOUR winners.”
This year’s schedule isn’t just about points; it’s about geography and global presence. The inclusion of the Baycurrent Classic in Japan and the Butterfield Bermuda Championship reflects the Tour’s international ambitions and players’ expanding horizons.
These global events not only reward top play but also offer Tour benefits for sponsors and fans abroad. For players, they’re passport stamps with payday: each offering the same FedEx Cup value as U.S.-based events, yet with added travel–testing endurance and adaptability.
Travel and Scheduling Challenges
The FedEx Fall doesn’t just test players’ swings; it tests their stamina. With events spread across the United States, Mexico, Bermuda, and even Japan, this seven-week stretch is one of the most logistically demanding portions of the PGA Tour calendar. Long flights, jet lag, and drastic climate changes all become part of the competition, often as influential as a tough pin position or narrow fairway.
Players must decide carefully which tournaments to prioritize. For some, chasing points in Japan’s Baycurrent Classic is worth the overseas grind; for others, the balance between travel wear and tournament opportunities can determine whether they hold a card for the following year. Even established stars weigh the costs, with some opting for a lighter Fall schedule to rest for the new season. In this sense, the FedEx Fall is as much a test of endurance and decision-making as it is of pure golf performance.
Alyssa Polczynski Alyssa Polczynski is a multimedia journalist covering Major League Baseball for Heavy.com. She has experience as an editorial producer for MLB.com and contributed to the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR). More about Alyssa Polczynski
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