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Tom Kim Ends Drought, Wins Scottish Open, Secures Masters Spot

7/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Tom Kim snapped a three-year title drought by winning the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, becoming the first South Korean champion.
He posted a final-round 64, finished 17 under, and beat Min Woo Lee by two shots for his fourth PGA Tour win, moving career earnings above $20 million.
The win gave Kim a £1.2 million prize, a Masters spot, entry to the Open, and saw him note Tiger Woods was the first to text congratulations.

History

Historical Context

South Korea’s PGA presence began when K.J. Choi won his first Tour event, the 2002 Compaq Classic of New Orleans, a $4.5 million-purse tournament, breaking a long absence of Korean victors. The breakthrough paved the way for later stars such as Tom Kim, who captured the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, confirming the nation’s growing influence on the global circuit.

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Story summary

Tom Kim snapped a three-year title drought by winning the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, becoming the first South Korean champion.
He posted a final-round 64, finished 17 under, and beat Min Woo Lee by two shots for his fourth PGA Tour win, moving career earnings above $20 million.
The win gave Kim a £1.2 million prize, a Masters spot, entry to the Open, and saw him note Tiger Woods was the first to text congratulations.

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