Jackson Koivun Claims His First PGA Tour Victory at 3M Open

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Jackson Koivun, a young golfer from the United States, achieved a remarkable milestone by winning a PGA Tour title at the 3M Open held at TPC Twin Cities in Minnesota. Despite his short tenure as a professional golfer, only spanning 24 days, the 21-year-old emerged victorious against world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler.

Koivun completed the tournament with an impressive 25-under par, featuring a final round of 5-under par. Scheffler’s commendable final round of 8-under par was not enough, finishing three strokes behind Koivun. This victory by Koivun marks a significant achievement in his early professional career.

Jackson Koivun demonstrated his skill and determination on the course, playing a shot from the second tee during the final round at TPC Twin Cities on July 26, 2026. This image is captured by Getty Images.

His success was not solely defined by his final round. On Saturday, Koivun delivered an impressive third round with a score of 10-under 61, raising his overall score to 20-under. His performance included a tournament record of 28 on the back-nine, symbolizing his focused play and strategic mastery.

During his final round, Koivun secured victory with two crucial birdies on the back-nine, maintaining a bogey-free record. The win brings him a substantial prize of $1.584 million, reflecting a promising start to his career as he aims for more PGA Tour triumphs.

The tournament witnessed Koivun’s resolve, especially with the supportive crowd present. His ability to stay focused and block out distractions was key to his performance. As Scheffler maintained pressure with birdie putts on the back-nine, Koivun held steady, completing his round with vital par scores.

Koivun expressed his love for golf after the victory, acknowledging its importance in his life: “I just love this game. I love golf, it’s everything I do. … It’s been love at first sight,” he remarked.

This triumph not only marks Koivun’s entry into professional golf but also signals his potential to become a prominent figure in the sport.