Jackson Koivun secures first PGA Tour victory at 3M Open
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 6:17 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Jackson Koivun achieved his first PGA Tour victory at the 3M Open, fending off world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler. The 21-year-old recorded a bogey-free weekend and set a new tournament scoring record. Koivun's victory has sparked discussions about his potential selection for the U.S. Presidents Cup team. As of now, he ranks No. 51 in the standings, necessitating a captain's pick for inclusion.
- •Koivun won his first PGA Tour event at the 3M Open.
- •He recorded a bogey-free performance over the weekend.
- •Koivun ranks No. 51 in the Presidents Cup standings.
- •He may need a captain's pick for the Presidents Cup team.
- •Scottie Scheffler commented on Koivun's talent and mental strength.
- 6:17 PMCBS Sports — Why PGA Tour rookie Jackson Koivun made the U.S. Presidents Cup selections a bit more difficult
"In just his third professional start, Koivun fended off the world No. 1 for his first PGA Tour victory at the 3M Open
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