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Scottie Scheffler shoots 61 to take 3-shot lead in Memphis in playoff opener

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot a 9-under 61 on Friday to take a three-stroke lead in the Fed Ex St. Jude Championship.

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What happened MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot a 9-under 61 on Friday to take a three-stroke lead in the Fed Ex St. Jude Championship.
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WPLG Local 10 (Berkshire/Graham, Miami)News report · Aug 15, 12:27 AM

Scottie Scheffler shoots 61 to take 3-shot lead in Memphis in playoff opener

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot a 9-under 61 on Friday to take a three-stroke lead in the Fed Ex St. Jude Championship.

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Washington's Top News (WTOP)News report · Aug 15, 12:22 AM

Scottie Scheffler shoots 61 to take 3-shot lead in Memphis in playoff opener

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Scottie Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot a 9-under 61 on Friday to take…

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