SUB 60 HEADLINES

Chris Gotterup fired a course-record 61 en route to his Genesis Scottish Open victory, capturing his second PGA Tour title at 15-under and earning $1.575 million. The 25-year-old American held off charging Rory McIlroy by two shots at The Renaissance Club, with his breakthrough win securing a coveted spot at this week's Open Championship.

McIlroy's T2 finish served as solid prep for his emotional homecoming to Royal Portrush, where the newly-minted career Grand Slam champion looks to add another major after his 2019 missed cut heartbreak.

Across the Atlantic, Grace Kim delivered major championship magic at the Amundi Evian Championship, winning her first major in dramatic playoff fashion.

The 24-year-old Australian eagled the 72nd hole to force overtime with Jeeno Thitikul, then sealed the deal with a 12-foot eagle putt on the second playoff hole for the $1.2 million winner's check.

In the states, William Mouw overcame a 7-stroke deficit with a bogey-free 61 to claim his first PGA Tour title at the opposite-field Isco Championship, earning $720,000.

STATEMENT MAKERS

Gotterup's victory represents more than just another PGA Tour win—it's a statement piece heading into major championship season. His Friday 61 tied the Renaissance Club record and showcased the putting prowess that carried him through a tense Sunday battle with the world's 2nd-ranked player. The Columbia graduate now joins Nicolai Højgaard and Matti Schmid as Scottish Open qualifiers for Royal Portrush.

Kim's comeback captivated the golf world as she battled illness while mounting one of the most dramatic major finishes in recent memory. Trailing by three with four holes to play, her birdie-birdie-par-eagle finish forced the playoff where she ultimately prevailed, continuing the LPGA's remarkable parity with 18 different winners in 18 events this season.

PORTRUSH CALLING

All eyes turn to Royal Portrush for The Open Championship (July 17-20), where McIlroy's homecoming headlines the 153rd playing of golf's oldest major. The Northern Ireland star faces immense pressure after his devastating 2019 missed cut on home soil, but his strong T2 finish and recent Masters triumph suggest he's ready for redemption. Defending champion Xander Schauffele leads a star-studded field including Scottie Scheffler, and Jon Rahm across the $17 million purse.

The Dunluce Links layout at 7,337 yards will test every aspect of the world's best players, with coastal winds and firm conditions expected throughout the week.

DROUGHT BREAKERS

Talor Gooch ended his two-year winless drought with a thrilling LIV Golf Andalucia victory, earning $4 million after holding off Jon Rahm by one shot. Meanwhile, Steve Allan dominated wire-to-wire at the PGA Tour Champions DICK'S Open, capturing his second 2025 victory with his son Joey on the bag.

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