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Jackson Koivun doubts Presidents Cup chances after FedEx St. Jude finish

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 6:30 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Jackson Koivun doubts Presidents Cup chances after FedEx St. Jude finish

Summary

Jackson Koivun expressed concerns about his selection for the upcoming Presidents Cup after not qualifying for the BMW Championship. Despite winning the 3M Open last month, he is currently ranked 67th in the FedEx Cup standings following a 24th place finish at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Koivun stated he doesn’t believe he has proven enough to earn a spot on Brandt Snedeker's team, acknowledging his performance has not kept pace since his earlier success. Discussions continue around whether Koivun might still be included for the Presidents Cup, given the need for fresh talent ahead of the Ryder Cup next year.

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By the Numbers

•Koivun ranked 67th in FedEx Cup standings post-FedEx St. Jude Championship.
•He won the 3M Open but failed to qualify for the BMW Championship.
•Koivun feels he hasn't done enough to warrant a Presidents Cup selection.
•His ranking has dropped from 51st to 53rd on the US points list.
•Debate continues over including him for experience in the Presidents Cup.

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6:30 PMYahoo Sports — What Jackson Koivun privately admitted about the Presidents Cup after finishing his final round at the FedEx St. Jude

What they're saying

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Jackson Koivun apparently believes that his hopes of making this year’s Presidents Cup have been dashed after he failed to make it into the field for the BMW Championship. There have been plenty of calls for Koivun to be included on Brandt Snedeker’s team after he won the 3M Open last month.
— Yahoo Sports

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