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FedEx Cup

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description FedEx Cup Overview

The FedEx Cup is the PGA Tour's season-long points competition and the trophy awarded to its champion. Introduced in 2007, it uses points earned from tournament results to determine eligibility and seeding for the FedExCup Playoffs, which culminate in the TOUR Championship. It is designed for players on the PGA Tour and measures performance across a season rather than in a single event, although the final champion is decided through the playoff structure.

help FedEx Cup FAQ

When was the FedEx Cup introduced?

The FedEx Cup began in 2007 as the PGA Tour's season-long points competition. It was created to give the men's professional golf season a championship structure beyond individual tournaments.

Who won the first FedEx Cup?

Tiger Woods won the inaugural FedEx Cup in 2007. The first competition concluded with Woods being named the first FedEx Cup champion. [FedEx's official history confirms the inaugural winner](https://newsroom.fedex.com/newsroom/united-states/pga-tour-playoffs-for-the-fedexcup-a-success-on-many-levels).

How is the FedEx Cup winner decided?

Players accumulate FedEx Cup points during the PGA Tour season and then compete in the playoffs. The final champion is determined through the Tour Championship rather than by winning one standalone major.

Is the FedEx Cup the same as winning the PGA Championship?

No. The PGA Championship is a single major tournament, while the FedEx Cup recognizes the best season-long points performance. The FedEx Cup system began in 2007 and uses the PGA Tour season and playoffs.