Tour Championship Returns to Renovated East Lake

The Tour Championship has returned to East Lake, which has undergone extensive renovations led by architect Andrew Green, significantly altering the course's layout and features. Players like Xander Schauffele and Scottie Scheffler have expressed their surprise at the changes, with Schauffele stating, 'It's got the same name... But that's about it.' The renovations included rebuilding every tee, fairway, green, and bunker, with notable adjustments such as shortening the eighth hole and lengthening the 14th to a par 5. With a prize of $25 million on the line for the top 30 FedEx Cup contenders, the new course presents an unfamiliar challenge for players. Schauffele, who has had a strong history at East Lake, now feels he has no memory or reference points to guide him on the revamped course. As the competition commences, anticipation builds around how players will adapt to these significant changes.