The PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup Fall series officially kicks off this week, and wow, how things have changed. What began in 2007 as the “Quest for the Card” has transformed into something much more dramatic. Seven tournaments will now decide the fate of dozens of players fighting for their 2026 tour cards. The evolution has been remarkable, but the pressure? That’s absolutely crushing.

Originally, these events served as a feeder system. Now they function as the last chance for players to secure their tour status. The stakes remain incredibly high despite smaller purses compared to regular-season events. The 2025 Procore Championship features a $6 million purse. However, this represents a significant drop from recent years. The tournament reached its peak in 2023 with an $8.4 million purse.

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