American rookie Jackson Koivun, 21, held off a charging Scottie Scheffler to win the 3M Open in Minnesota, claiming his first PGA Tour title in just his third start as a professional.
Key facts
- Jackson Koivun, 21, won the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota
- He finished at 25-under par for a three-shot victory
- World No 1 Scottie Scheffler closed with a 63 to finish second
- It was Koivun's third start since turning professional
- Less than two months earlier he helped Auburn to an NCAA championship
American rookie Jackson Koivun claimed his first PGA Tour title at the 3M Open on Sunday, holding off a late charge from world No 1 Scottie Scheffler at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota.
The 21-year-old shot a five-under-par 66 in the final round to finish at 25 under par, three strokes clear of Scheffler, who closed with a 63 to finish second. According to the BBC, Koivun held his nerve to secure the maiden victory.
Remarkably, the win came in just his third start as a professional. As Sky Sports noted, Koivun triumphed by three strokes despite facing the top-ranked player in the world down the stretch.
The Guardian reported that Koivun showed notable poise, playing the final two rounds of the tournament without making a bogey as Scheffler mounted his pursuit.
Koivun’s rise has been rapid. Less than two months before the win, he was helping Auburn to its second NCAA championship in a three-year stretch, according to the Guardian.
The victory marks a significant early milestone for the young American, who beat one of the sport’s dominant figures in only his third professional appearance on the PGA Tour.
Why it matters
A 21-year-old rookie beating the world's top-ranked golfer in only his third professional start is a rare and striking achievement in a sport known for long apprenticeships. It signals the arrival of a potential new star and underlines how quickly college talent can make an impact at the highest level.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the 3M Open?
American rookie Jackson Koivun, 21, won the 3M Open, finishing at 25-under par for a three-shot victory.
How did Scottie Scheffler perform?
World No 1 Scottie Scheffler closed with a 63 and finished second, three strokes behind Koivun.
How experienced is Jackson Koivun as a professional?
The 3M Open was only his third start since turning professional. Less than two months earlier he had helped Auburn win an NCAA championship.