Rickie Fowler

Rickie Fowler is a professional golfer. He was recently observed wiping his face due to oppressive heat and high humidity during the first round of the St. Jude Championship golf tournament. This event took place in Memphis, Tennessee, on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The article mentions this in the context of a broader heatwave affecting much of the US as students begin a new school year. While other golfers like Cameron Young and Patrick Cantlay are mentioned in a separate article about the Rocket Classic, Rickie Fowler's specific mention highlights his participation in a notable golf tournament under challenging weather conditions. His presence at the St. Jude Championship makes him newsworthy in the context of current golf events and the environmental conditions under which athletes are competing.