Scottie Scheffler impresses in first round at 3M Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 3:18 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler debuted at the 3M Open on July 23, 2026, shooting a bogey-free 6-under 65 at TPC Twin Cities. The tournament saw record crowds, with fans eager to see Scheffler, marking the first time a top-ranked player has participated in Minnesota since Brooks Koepka in 2019. Scheffler's strategy paid off, as he excelled in putting and scrambling. His second round will begin at 12:44 p.m. CT today, likely drawing continued fan interest due to strong ticket sales attributed to his presence.
- •Scheffler ranks second in strokes gained: putting after the first round.
- •He missed only four fairways during his round.
- •Minnesota fans welcomed Scheffler with enthusiasm.
- •Ticket sales increased over 25% this year.
- •Scheffler tees off for his second round at 12:44 p.m. CT today.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler comments on the fans at the 3M Open after playing the tournament for the first ever time
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Scheffler Receives A Warm Welcome And A Hot At The 3M Open
"Scottie Scheffler has suggested that he was extremely impressed by the crowd in attendance at the 3M Open as the world number one finished second to Jackson Koivun at TPC Twin Cities. It surprised some when Scheffler decided to play at the 3M Open.
"World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler impressed in his 3M Open debut, shooting a bogey-free 6-under 65 while drawing record-sized crowds at TPC Twin Cities.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 10:30 PMScottie Scheffler comments on the fans at the 3M Open after playing the tournament for the first ever time
Scottie Scheffler has suggested that he was extremely impressed by the crowd in attendance at the 3M Open as the world number one finished second to Jackson Koivun at TPC Twin Cities. It surprised some when Scheffler decided to play at the 3M Open.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 3:18 PMScheffler Receives A Warm Welcome And A Hot At The 3M Open
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler impressed in his 3M Open debut, shooting a bogey-free 6-under 65 while drawing record-sized crowds at TPC Twin Cities.
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