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Thorbjorn Olesen holds the lead heading into the weekend at the 3M Open, shooting a second-round score of 66 for a total of 14 under par. He is closely followed by Jake Knapp, who is one stroke behind. The tournament features a total purse of $8.4 million, with the winner receiving a significant prize and FedEx Cup points. Olesen seeks his first PGA Tour victory despite previous international wins, as players continue to compete for vital standings.
Blaine, Minnesota
Thorbjorn Olesen holds the lead heading into the weekend at the 2025 3M Open, taking place at TPC Twin Cities. Olesen shot a second-round score of 66, bringing his total score to 14 under par after the first two rounds of play. This position has put him one stroke ahead of Jake Knapp, who follows closely at 13 under following a bogey-free 65 in his second round.
In terms of the leaderboard, Sam Stevens and Pierceson Coody are tied for third place at 12 under. There are also three players sharing fifth place at 11 under: Chris Kirk, Matti Schmid, and Takumi Kanaya. A 10-way tie for eighth place is highlighted by past PGA Tour winners Wyndham Clark and Chris Gotterup, both of whom are at 10 under.
The 3M Open, with a total purse of $8.4 million, offers a significant prize for the winner, who will earn $1.512 million along with 300 FedEx Cup points. The tournament’s cut line was set at 5 under, resulting in the elimination of several notable players, including Maverick McNealy, Sungjae Im, Tom Hoge, and Jacob Bridgeman.
Current weather conditions in Minnesota are warm, with temperatures forecasted to reach up to 85 degrees, creating a heat index exceeding 90 degrees. Players have had to contend with these conditions throughout the tournament, adding another layer of challenge.
2025 PGA Tour Overview
The 2025 PGA Tour season features a total of 39 regular-season events, including four major championships and eight Signature Events characterized by elevated prize purses. Key Signature Events this season include The Sentry, Pebble Beach Pro-Am, Genesis Invitational, Arnold Palmer Invitational, RBC Heritage, Truist Championship, Memorial, and Travelers. The tour will culminate in the FedEx Cup Playoffs, which will consist of the FedEx St Jude Championship, BMW Championship, and the Tour Championship.
Additionally, the highly anticipated 45th Ryder Cup will take place at Bethpage State Park in New York from September 26-28, 2025, offering another highlight for the golfing calendar.
Thorbjorn Olesen’s Pursuit
Olesen, participating in his 94th PGA Tour event, is still in search of his first Tour victory despite having achieved nine international wins. His consistent performance thus far in the 3M Open has put him in a strong position to secure a breakthrough win.
Among the notable competitors still in contention is Chris Gotterup, who is tied for seventh at 10 under after recently finishing third at the Open Championship. This spotlight on current standings adds to the excitement for players looking to improve their FedEx Cup standings, particularly those ranked outside the top 100.
As the tournament progresses into the weekend, the competitive atmosphere at the 2025 3M Open amplifies with each stroke, as players vie not only for personal accolades but also for critical points and prize money that could significantly impact their standings in the season.
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- Golfweek: 2025 3M Open Leaderboard Updates
- NBC Sports: Jake Knapp in 3M Open
- CBS Sports: 2025 3M Open Leaderboard
- Golf Digest: Winning Drivers of the 2025 Season
- Sports Illustrated: 3M Open Prize Money Overview
- Wikipedia: 2025 PGA Tour
- Google Search: 2025 3M Open
- Google Scholar: 2025 PGA Tour
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Golf
- Google News: 3M Open 2025
