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Jackson Koivun Wins 3M Open in Third Pro Start

The TPC Twin Cities scoring record secured him a two-year Tour exemption that moved him into FedEx Cup contention.

Overview

  • Jackson Koivun won the 3M Open on Sunday, finishing at a tournament‑record 25‑under to claim his first PGA Tour title in only his third start as a professional.
  • World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler shot a closing 63 to finish three strokes back in second place, turning the final holes into a tense duel before Koivun closed with a bogey‑free 66.
  • The victory earned Koivun a two‑year PGA Tour exemption, a seven‑figure prize payout, and a jump to roughly 70th in the FedEx Cup standings that puts him in contention for the playoffs.
  • Broadcast figures and legends lauded his poise and college pedigree while analysts debated whether he deserves a Presidents Cup spot as a captain’s pick.
  • A sports‑medicine doctor raised concerns about strain in Koivun’s swing that could risk his back, a caution that could influence how his team manages his schedule and long‑term development.