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Kurt Kitayama fires a 63 in the final round to finish at -4, sparking a late-chase on a warm, firmer course. 54-hole leader Alex Smalley remains at -6, with Cameron Smith, Hideki Matsuyama and Joaquin Niemann among those at -4 and Scottie Scheffler boosting his momentum to around -2. The field stays crowded, with 47 players within seven of the lead as playoff talk grows on a day that could see a dramatic finish.
Kurt Kitayama won the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities, earning over $1.5 million from the $8.4 million purse, with detailed payouts for various positions listed.
Kurt Kitayama won the 2025 3M Open with an impressive weekend performance, moving from 110th to 53rd in the FedEx Cup standings, securing a playoff spot and boosting his season prospects. He led wire-to-wire, overcoming challenges on the final holes, and was supported by notable performances from players like Sam Stevens and Jake Knapp.
Kurt Kitayama won the 2025 3M Open with an impressive weekend performance, jumping from 110th to 53rd in the FedEx Cup standings, securing his second PGA Tour win and improving his chances for the playoffs. He led wire-to-wire, with remarkable approach shots and clutch putts, finishing ahead of notable competitors like Sam Stevens and Jake Knapp.
The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill Club & Lodge is set to host a competitive field of 69 golfers, making it challenging to find value bets. The Golfbet Insider suggests building a portfolio of conservative investments to increase the likelihood of success. Kurt Kitayama, a first-time defending champion, presents strong value for a top-20 finish, while Justin Thomas is favored for a top-10 finish despite a recent missed cut. Other notable players to watch include Byeong Hun An, Christiaan Bezuidenhout, and Si Woo Kim. Additionally, several players have withdrawn from both the Arnold Palmer Invitational and the Puerto Rico Open, while Aaron Wise returns to competition at the Puerto Rico Open after a hiatus.