Rookie Koivun Triumphs
Rookie Jackson Koivun Claims 3M Open Title, Setting Record and Beating Scottie Scheffler
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Jackson Koivun, a 21-year-old rookie, won the 3M Open in just his third professional start, beating world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler by three strokes. Vancouver Sun reported that Koivun finished at a tournament-record 25-under 259, closing with a 5-under 66 to seal the victory.
The win earned Koivun $1,584,000 and jumped him 124 spots in the FedEx Cup standings, according to Lima Ohio. He became the fourth rookie to win on the PGA Tour this season.
Koivun Sets Tournament Record in Dominant Display
Koivun fired a stunning 61 on Saturday to build a three-stroke lead heading into the final round. National Post noted that he didn't miss a single putt inside five feet all week. He then closed with a 66 on Sunday to make it stick.
His 25-under 259 total broke the previous 3M Open scoring record of 24-under 260, which he himself had set earlier in the week, according to Toronto Sun. The margin of victory — three shots — left little doubt about who was in control.
Scheffler Fights Back But Falls Short With Bogey-Free 63
Scottie Scheffler, the top-ranked player in the world, made a run at Koivun on Sunday. The Province reported that Scheffler shot a bogey-free 63 in the final round. It wasn't enough to close the gap.
Hideki Matsuyama, Brian Harman, Chandler Phillips, and Denny McCarthy all tied for third place, according to Lima Ohio. None of them could threaten the leader down the stretch.
From College Star to PGA Champion in 24 Days
Koivun turned professional just 24 days before his 3M Open win, according to Ottawa Sun. He had been the No. 1 ranked amateur in the world before going pro. His college career was just as impressive.
At Auburn, Koivun broke the NCAA career record for per-round stroke average, finishing at 68.89. Lima Ohio reported that he also helped lead Auburn to the national championship. His quick rise to PGA Tour winner is one of the fastest in recent memory.
Big Payday and FedEx Cup Boost Cement Breakthrough
The victory paid out $1,584,000 — a life-changing sum for a player barely three weeks into his pro career. Koivun also jumped 124 spots in the FedEx Cup standings, according to LF Press, putting himself in strong position for the postseason.
Koivun is now one of four rookies to win on tour this season. His performance at TPC Twin Cities showed he can compete with — and beat — the best players in the world under pressure.
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