Adam Svensson made history at the 3M Open with an incredible 11-under 60, tying the course record and setting a new tournament record. Watch how his flawless putting and strategic play secured him a two-shot lead over Sam Stevens and Thorbjørn Olesen. This round marks Svensson’s best performance on the PGA TOUR this season. Stay tuned for more highlights and reactions from the 3M Open.
Adam Spenson shatters 3M open record with 60 leads by two shots. Imagine the thrill of sinking a 48 ft Eagle putt on the final hole to secure an 11 under 60, setting a new tournament record and taking a commanding twoshot lead. That’s exactly what Adam Spencson accomplished at the 3M Open, leaving spectators in awe and setting the stage for an exciting tournament. Senson’s performance was nothing short of spectacular as he made nine birdies and avoided any drop shots, tying the course record at TPC Twin Cities. This feat matched the record set by Paul Goyos during the 2017 3M Championship on the PGA Tour Champions. But here’s where it gets controversial. Spenson’s incredible round was not just about skill. It was also about strategy and a bit of luck. His putting was on point, needing just 25 putts, including a nearly 40ft birdie on the 11th hole and a 34-footer on the fourth. This performance marked his career best score, the second lowest on the PGA Tour this season, just one shot behind Jake Knap’s 59 at the Cognizant Classic in February. Spencen, a 31-year-old Canadian, has had a mixed season with one top 25 finish in 21 starts and 11 missed guts. His lone tour win came at the RSM Classic in 2022. Spenson’s interview after the round highlighted his confidence and satisfaction with his performance. “I had a great rain session today. Just really putted amazing. I made a bunch of breakers. It was probably my best putting round I ever had,” he said. But this is the part most people miss. Stenson’s success wasn’t just about his putting. It was also about his mental game and strategic decisions. His ability to stay focused and execute under pressure is what set him apart. Meanwhile, Sam Stevens had a chance to shoot a 59, but missed an eagle on the par 518th, leading to a lone bogey and a 62. Still his lowest round on tour. Steven’s shot from 246 yards into the water in front of the green was a pivotal moment. I have a pretty big gap between my threeiron and my 3-wood and I hit a terrible shot. I thought if I hit a 3-wood, it was just going to fly to the back of the green and I kind of had to hit a threeiron perfect to even cover the water, but I figured that was my best chance to shoot 59. So, I gave it a go, he explained. The tournament also saw several players vying for spots in the FedEx Cup standings, including Ricky Fowler and Ameliano Grill, who are among a group of 18 players ranked between 60th and 80th. Fowler entering the week at number 63 and Gillow at number 71, are hoping for the strong performance to secure their spots in the 70man field for the first playoffs event in two weeks. At the end of the day, good golf solves a lot of things, Fowler said. Other notable performances included Patrick Rogers and Gary Woodland, both shooting 67, while Keith Mitchell and Cam Davis had a 68 and 71, respectively. Defending champion Janatin Vegas shot a 68 and Haong Lee, who was in the final pairing with Scotty Sheffller at last week’s Open Championship and finished tied for fourth, shot a one under 70. The 3M Open is shaping up to be an exciting tournament with Spencson’s lead setting the stage for a thrilling competition. But what do you think? Will Senson maintain his lead or will one of the other contenders rise to the challenge? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let’s discuss.
