The **FedEx Cup** is the prestigious season-long points competition and championship trophy for the PGA Tour, introduced in 2007 as the first playoff system in men's professional golf. Sponsored by FedEx since its inception, the Cup revolutionized golf by creating a structured postseason to crown the tour's overall champion, blending traditional tournament play with a playoff format[2][1]. Players earn FedEx Cup points throughout the PGA Tour season based on their performance in sanctioned events, with winners of major and signature tournaments earning more points. The regular season culminates in the FedEx Cup Playoffs, a three-event series where the field progressively narrows: the top 70 players qualify for the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the top 50 advance to the BMW Championship, and the top 30 compete in the Tour Championship[1][4][3]. In 2025, the playoffs feature a total prize pool of $100 million, with the Tour Championship winner receiving $10 million and being crowned FedEx Cup champion[2][7]. A significant format change in 2025 eliminated the previous staggered starting strokes for the Tour Championship, moving to a traditional 72-hole stroke-play event where all 30 finalists start even par, and the lowest cumulative score wins both the tournament and the FedEx Cup[2][5]. This change emphasizes direct competition over the four days, enhancing viewer engagement and fairness. Notable FedEx Cup achievements include Rory McIlroy's record three titles and Tiger Woods' two wins. The Cup also integrates philanthropy, exemplified by the FedEx St. Jude Championship's partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital since 2022[2]. The FedEx Cup has become a cornerstone of professional golf, blending athletic excellence, strategic season-long performance, and high-stakes entertainment, with growing prize money and evolving formats that reflect advances in sports technology and fan engagement[1][6]. It remains a key focus for players, sponsors, and fans worldwide