00:00 – Adam Svensson Shatters Record with Opening 60, Leads 3M Open
03:49 – Adam Svensson’s Record-Breaking 60 at the 3M Open
1. Adam Svensson Shatters Record with Opening 60, Leads 3M Open
Adam Svensson shot an incredible 11-under 60 in the opening round of the 3M Open, tying the course record and setting a new tournament record. Learn about his amazing round, including the crucial 48-foot eagle putt on the 18th hole. Watch interviews and highlights from the tournament.
Key Points:
– Svensson’s 60 is the lowest round in the tournament’s seven-year history.
– He needed just 25 putts, making it his best putting round ever.
– Sam Stevens and Thorbjørn Olesen share second place, two shots behind Svensson.
– Fowler and other players need strong performances to secure spots in the PGA TOUR Playoffs.
2. Adam Svensson’s Record-Breaking 60 at the 3M Open
Join us as we dive into Adam Svensson’s incredible performance at the 3M Open, where he set a tournament record with an opening-round score of 60. Discover the highlights of his round, including a stunning 48-foot eagle putt and nine birdies without a single bogey. We’ll also discuss the competition, including Sam Stevens and Thorbjorn Olesen, and what this means for Svensson’s season. Don’t miss out on the latest golf news and insights!
Adam Venson shatters record with opening 60. Leads 3M open. Imagine setting a tournament record with a flawless opening round score of 60. Leading the leaderboard by two strokes before anyone else has even teed off their second round. That’s precisely what happened when Adam Spencson stepped on to the TPC Twin Cities course at the 3M Open. But here’s where it gets truly remarkable. He achieved this historic feat without dropping a single shot, making nine birdies and capping off his round with an incredible 48t eagle putt on the final hole. Spenton’s performance not only broke the tournament record, which stands at just 7 years old, but it also matched the course record set by Paul Goyos during the 2017 3M Championship on the PGA Tour Champions. This is a testament to Spenson’s exceptional putting skills as he needed only 25 putts for the entire round, including a nearly 40ft birdie on the 11 pole and a 34-footer on the fourth. For context, Spenson’s career best 60 is the second lowest score on the PGA Tour this season. Jake Knap managed a 59 at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches back in February, showcasing the high level of competition in professional golf. Despite his impressive record-breaking, Spencson’s PGA Tour career has been marked by ups and downs. His sole PGA Tour victory came at the RSM Classic in 2022. And this season, he has just one top 25 finish in 21 starts with 11 m cuts. However, his putting prowess on Thursday was nothing short of spectacular. Sam Stevens, who shares the second place tie with Thorburn Olison, narrowly missed out on shooting a 59 himself. On the par five 18th hole, Stevens attempted an eagle, but instead found the water with his second shot from 246 yds, resulting in a bogey and a final score of 62. Stevens explained, “I have a significant gap between my three iron and 3-wood, and I hit a terrible shot. I thought hitting a 3-wood would send it flying past the green, so so I opted for a three iron, hoping to clear the water. It was my best chance to shoot 59, but it didn’t work out. The 3M Open is particularly crucial for players like Ricky Fowler and Mark Wishman, who are currently ranked between 60th and 80th in the FedEx Cup standings. A strong performance here can secure their spots in the 70man field for the upcoming playoffs event. Fowler entering the week at number 63 and Leashman at number 71. Both recognize that solid golf can solve many ranking issues. Other notable performances included Patrick Rogers and Gary Woodland finishing with 67s, while Keith Mitchell, ranked 70th, carded a 68. Cam Davis at 65th in the standings shot a 71. Defending champion Yonat Vegas also managed a 68 and Ham Lee who tied for fourth place at last week’s open championship alongside Scotty Shuffler shot a one under 70. And this is the part most people miss, the mental gang behind such a dominant performance. How does a player like Senson stay focused and maintain composure under pressure? What strategies do they employ to convert those close putts into wins? These are the questions that linger in the minds of golf enthusiasts and professionals alike. As we look forward to the rest of the tournament, it will be fascinating to see how Senson and the other players perform and whether this record-breaking round is just the beginning of something special. Adam Svenson’s record-breaking 60 at the 3M Open. In a stunning display of skill and precision, Adam Spencson has shattered tournament records with an extraordinary opening round of the 3M Open. But here’s where it gets controversial. His incredible performance raises questions about consistency and the unpredictability of golf. Senson, a Canadian golfer with just one prior tour victory, fired an astonishing 11 underpar 60 on Thursday, which not only set a new tournament record, but also tied the course record at TPC Twin Cities. Originally set by Paul Goyos in 2017 during the PTA tour champions. And this remarkable round included nine birdies and a crucial eagle on the final hole where Senson sank a 48 ft putt, sealing his lead by two strokes over competitors Sam Stevens and Thorne Allesen after the first round. Spenson’s performance was nothing short of spectacular. His putting was especially impressive. He needed only 25 putts throughout the round, including a nearly 40ft birdie on the 11th and a 34 ft putt on the fourth. He described his day as one of his best putting rounds ever, emphasizing how well he read the greens and capitalized on breaking putts. Despite his limited number of top finishes this season, just one top 25 in 21 starts and 11 missed cuts. This round could be a turning point for his career. Meanwhile, Sam Stevens, who finished third at the British Open last week and won the Scottish Open two weeks prior, was close behind with a solid 62. He nearly matched Spencer, but a costly mistake on the 18th hole prevented him from shooting a 59. Instead, he put his second shot from 246 yards into the water in front of the green, resulting in a bogey that kept him from tying the record. Stevens explained that he chose to hit a threeiron in instead of a 3-wood, aiming to clear the water, but the shot didn’t go as planned. Still, his round was his lowest on tour. The leaderboard features a mix of seasoned players and emerging talents. Chris Goddarup, who recent recently finished third at the British Open and won the Scottish Open, is three shots behind Spenc along with Chad Remy and Matty Schmid. A group of 18 players including Ricky Fowler and Emiliano Brillo are within six strokes of the lead. All vying for crucial fax cup points. Fowler ranked 60th and Gillow at 71st are particularly motivated to perform well as they seek to secure their spots in the upcoming playoff field. Fowler summed up a sentiment saying, “At the end of the day, good golf solves a lot of things,” highlighting how a strong performance can dramatically change their standings. Other notable scores include Patrick Rogers and Gary Woodland, who shot 67, while Keith Mitchell and Cam Davis posed at 68 and 71, respectively. The defending champion, Jonathan Vegas, shot a steady 68. And last week’s British Open finalist, Haong Lee, finished with a 70, just under par. This opening round has set the stage for an exciting tournament with record-breaking performances and high stakes battles shaping the narrative. But the question remains, can Spencet maintain this level of excellence, or will the pressure of the weekend cause a shift? And with so much on the line for players fighting to secure their playoff spots, will we see more surprises or predictable outcomes? Share your thoughts. Do you believe Svenson’s record-breaking round is a sign of things to come or just a flash in the pan? The golf world is watching and the story is far from
