Will Beau Hossler qualify for the FedExCup playoffs by winning the Wyndham Championship 2024? Ranking position explored

If Beau Hossler wins the 2024 Wyndham Championship, he could easily qualify for the FedEx Cup playoffs. The American golfer stunned the golfing world with his remarkable performance in the opening round of the PGA Tour event this week. He started the tournament with a round of 60, which boosted his projected FedEx Cup ranking from 88 to 51.

A player needs to be in the top 70 of the FedEx Cup standings to qualify for the playoffs. The top 70 will advance to the FedEx Cup St. Jude Championship, the top 50 will have the opportunity to play at the BMW Championship, and the top 30 will compete at the Tour Championship. Thus, if Hossler wins the Wyndham Championship, he can secure a spot in the St. Jude Championship.

The first round of the Wyndham Championship, originally scheduled to start on Thursday, August 8, was postponed due to inclement weather. It was finally held on Friday, August 9.

Beau Hossler had an impressive start, shooting 10-under 60. He began on the first hole with four consecutive birdies and then an eagle on the par-5 fifth hole. He added five birdies and an eagle on the front nine, followed by four birdies and a bogey on the back nine, taking the lead in the game.

However, the tournament was again suspended on Friday due to darkness, and some players have yet to complete the first round. Play will resume at 7 a.m. ET on Saturday, August 10, with the second round starting at 7:40 a.m. ET. With his strong performance so far, Hossler is in contention to win the tournament.

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A look into Beau Hossler's performance in 2024

Beau Hossler (Image Source: Imagn)

Beau Hossler had a decent season on the PGA Tour in 2024. He competed in 21 tournaments, recording two top-10 finishes. He started the season at The American Express, finishing in a tie for 47th place with rounds of 69, 70, 64, and 69.

Hossler had some impressive finishes this season, including a T6 at the Farmers Insurance Open. However, he also missed eight cuts. His most recent appearance was at the 3M Open, where he missed the cut, and he also missed the cut at the Barracuda Championship.

Despite the setbacks, Hossler had a strong start at the Wyndham Championship and had a chance to seize victory. Following the semi-finished first round on Friday, Hossler is in the lead, with Billy Horschel in second place.

However, Horschel still needs to complete two holes to finish the first round. Nick Taylor is in third place in solo, followed by Brendon Todd, who is tied for fourth place with Austin Eckroat, Matt Kuchar, and Ben Taylor.