Scottie Scheffler shoots 65 at 3M Open, comments on crowd support
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Scottie Scheffler shot an opening round of six-under 65 at the 3M Open on Thursday, placing him just one stroke behind leader Emiliano Grillo. The world number one noted a strong crowd presence at TPC Twin Cities, saying it was enjoyable to compete in front of so many spectators. Despite a challenging season, Scheffler aims to secure his second victory of the year and expressed that playing for a large crowd is fun, though not necessarily a motivating factor. He added the 3M Open to his schedule to avoid a lengthy break before the FedEx Cup playoffs.
- •Scheffler begins 3M Open with six birdies and 12 pars.
- •Currently in second place, one stroke behind Emiliano Grillo.
- •Strong crowd attendance noted during his opening round.
- •Scheffler seeks his second win of the season.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — The reason why Scottie Scheffler has struggled on the PGA Tour in 2026 becomes clear at the 3M Open
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler gets little things right in surprise 3M Open debut
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler makes a comment on the crowds at the 3M Open after shooting 65 on day one
- 6:30 PMHITC - Football, Gaming, Movies, TV, Music — Scottie Scheffler makes a comment on the crowds at the 3M Open after shooting 65 on day one - hitc.com
"Scottie Scheffler got off to a really good start at the 3M Open on Thursday. Scheffler posted an opening round of six-under 65 and he is currently sitting just one stroke adrift of the leader, Emiliano Grillo.
"Scottie Scheffler’s frustrating PGA Tour season continued on day two of the 3M Open on Friday. Scheffler got off to a great start at the 3M Open on Thursday, firing a round of six-under par 65.
"Scottie Scheffler's putter betrayed him at the Open Championship, but it was hot during a stellar first day at the 3M Open on Thursday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 12:00 PMThe reason why Scottie Scheffler has struggled on the PGA Tour in 2026 becomes clear at the 3M Open
Scottie Scheffler’s frustrating PGA Tour season continued on day two of the 3M Open on Friday. Scheffler got off to a great start at the 3M Open on Thursday, firing a round of six-under par 65.
- Yahoo SportsJul 23, 2026, 11:52 PMScottie Scheffler gets little things right in surprise 3M Open debut
Scottie Scheffler's putter betrayed him at the Open Championship, but it was hot during a stellar first day at the 3M Open on Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 23, 2026, 7:00 PMScottie Scheffler makes a comment on the crowds at the 3M Open after shooting 65 on day one
Scottie Scheffler got off to a really good start at the 3M Open on Thursday. Scheffler posted an opening round of six-under 65 and he is currently sitting just one stroke adrift of the leader, Emiliano Grillo.
- HITC - Football, Gaming, Movies, TV, MusicJul 23, 2026, 6:30 PMScottie Scheffler makes a comment on the crowds at the 3M Open after shooting 65 on day one - hitc.com
Normal service resumed for Scottie Scheffler on day one of the 3M Open.
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