Under the late Fred Smith’s watch, FedEx invested heavily in the PGA Tour. Here’s why the pro game appealed to him.

The passing of Fred Smith, a major force in pro golf’s growth, draws heartfelt tributes from around the country.

The golf world mourns the loss of Frederick W. Smith, founder and executive chairman of FedEx, who died at age 80. FedEx and ...

It is not a small feat to say, we are at the level our tournament is at because of Fred Smith and the support of FedEx, and ...

PGA Tour Sends Heartfelt Message on Fred Smith's Death originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

FedEx founder Fred Smith died June 21 at the age of 80. He was remembered for transforming Memphis and shaping the city's ...

For all of FedEx founder Fred Smith's renown as a businessman, his impact on sports in Memphis is equally immeasurable.

For all of FedEx founder Fred Smith's renown as a businessman, his impact on sports in Memphis is equally immeasurable. Smith died on June 21.

Fred Smith had an incalculable impact on Memphis, ... Sometimes, it's right in the name — "FedExForum," the "FedEx St. Jude Championship" golf tournament. More often, it is not.

For all of FedEx founder Fred Smith's renown as a businessman, his impact on sports in Memphis is equally immeasurable. Smith died on June 21.

For all of FedEx founder Fred Smith's renown as a businessman, his impact on sports in Memphis is equally immeasurable. Smith died on June 21.