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Jackson Koivun Beats Scottie Scheffler to Win 3M Open in Third Pro Start

The 21-year-old's win delivers a $1.58 million payout, a two-year PGA Tour exemption, a Masters invitation, plus a move to No. 70 in the FedEx Cup standings that currently qualifies for the playoffs.

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Overview

  • Koivun shot 25-under to win the 3M Open and held off Scottie Scheffler in a tournament that concluded on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
  • The victory earned Koivun roughly $1.58 million, 500 FedEx Cup points, a two-year PGA Tour exemption, and invitations or consideration for elite events including the Masters.
  • His FedEx Cup jump to No. 70 places him on the final line for playoff qualification with two regular-season events remaining and makes the upcoming Rocket Classic and Wyndham Championship key to locking his spot.
  • The win triggered heavy media and betting attention, including sharply shortened odds for the Rocket Classic and a widely reported DraftKings payout of just over $4 million to a single bettor.
  • Peers and analysts praised Koivun's poise and college preparation while also warning that early breakthroughs have sometimes stalled careers, citing Matt Wolff as an example and urging careful expectation and workload management.