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Sami Valimaki Makes History as Finland's First PGA Tour Winner

11/25/2025

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Sami Valimaki won the RSM Classic in St. Simons Island, Georgia, becoming the first Finnish golfer to win on the PGA Tour after a final-round 66 to finish 23-under.
The victory earns Valimaki a two-year PGA Tour exemption.
He had nine top-25 finishes this season and reached a career-high ranking of 40th in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Valimaki said he wants to inspire more participation in golf in Finland.

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Sami Valimaki won the RSM Classic in St. Simons Island, Georgia, becoming the first Finnish golfer to win on the PGA Tour after a final-round 66 to finish 23-under.
The victory earns Valimaki a two-year PGA Tour exemption.
He had nine top-25 finishes this season and reached a career-high ranking of 40th in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Valimaki said he wants to inspire more participation in golf in Finland.