Scottie Scheffler criticized after final round at 3M Open

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Scottie Scheffler criticized after final round at 3M Open
Summary

Scottie Scheffler faced criticism following his performance at the 3M Open in Blaine, Minnesota, where he finished as runner-up to Jackson Koivun. On the 18th hole, Smylie Kaufman noted that Scheffler hit a poor iron shot, a misstep in the crucial moments of his final round. Despite strong rounds of 64 and 63, Scheffler was unable to secure a victory, missing key putts that could have applied pressure on Koivun. The 30-year-old continues a season filled with near misses, marking his fifth second-place finish.

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  • Scheffler finishes as runner-up at the 3M Open on July 27, 2026.
  • Criticism arises over his shot on the 18th hole.
  • He posted rounds of 64 and 63 in the tournament.
  • Missed a short putt on the 14th hole that could have changed momentum.
  • Koivun claims his first PGA Tour victory in only three starts.
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  • 10:30 PMYahoo SportsScottie Scheffler criticised for hitting a ‘horrendous’ shot at the 3M Open that Tiger Woods never would have
What they're saying
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Smylie Kaufman has claimed that Scottie Scheffler hit perhaps the worst iron shot he has seen from the world number one on the 18th hole on Sunday at the 3M Open. Scheffler’s extremely bizarre season continues.

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