Winner's Bag: Jackson Koivun's Titleist gear at 3M Open

Jackson Koivun clinched his maiden PGA Tour title at the 3M Open, showcasing a dominant performance at TPC Twin Cities. His victory was underpinned by exceptional statistics, leading the field in Strokes Gained: Total (SG: Total) with 17.349 and Strokes Gained: Approach the Green (SG: Approach the Green) with a remarkable 10.004. His entire setup consisted of Titleist gear, and we delve into how each club played a role in his triumph.

Driver: Titleist GT2 (8°, D1 SureFit setting)

At the core of Koivun's driving setup was the Titleist GT2 driver, featuring 8 degrees of loft and set to the D1 SureFit setting. This choice enabled him to achieve impressive results off the tee, ranking 15th in SG: Off The Tee (+2.528) and hitting 78.57% of fairways (44 out of 56, T8). His longest drive measured 330 yards. Paired with a Fujikura Speeder 661 TR X shaft, this driver provided the stability and distance crucial for his commanding play.

3-Wood: Titleist GTS3 Prototype (15°)

For longer shots, Koivun relied on the Titleist GTS3 Prototype 3-wood with 15 degrees of loft. This prototype, equipped with a Graphite Design Tour AD DI 8 X shaft, proved instrumental in his play on par-5s. He finished the week 11-under par on these holes, including two eagles on holes No. 12 and No. 18 during his third-round 61. This club served as a reliable tool for scoring and building an advantage.

Irons: Titleist T250 (3), Titleist T100 (4), Titleist 620 (dot Proto) (5–9)

Koivun's iron setup was a blend of proven models and prototypes, designed for maximum precision and control. The Titleist T250 3-iron and Titleist T100 4-iron were fitted with Graphite Design Tour AD DI HY 95 X and Project X 6.5 shafts, respectively. The remaining irons, from 5-iron to 9-iron, were Titleist 620 (dot Proto) prototypes with Project X 6.5 shafts. This combination allowed him to lead the field in SG: Approach to Green (+10.004) and hit 84.72% of greens in regulation (61 out of 72, T3). The Titleist T100 irons, renowned for their superior feel and accuracy, combined with more aggressive grooves and VFT technology, delivered consistent speed and spin across the clubface, while enhanced long-iron launch aided trajectory control.

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM11 (46-10F, 50-08F, 54-08M @ 55°), WedgeWorks (60°)

Koivun's wedge arsenal included Titleist Vokey Design SM11 and WedgeWorks models. He used the SM11 46-10F, 50-08F, and 54-08M (bent to 55°), along with a 60° WedgeWorks V. The shafts varied: Project X 6.5 for the 46° and 50°, Project X 6.0 for the 54°, and Project X IO 6.0 for the 60°. These wedges performed exceptionally well around the greens, with Koivun scrambling at an 81.82% success rate (9 out of 11, 4th) and being perfect on sand saves, converting 100% (2 out of 2, T1). Notably, the V Grind, described by designers as ideal for players with steeper swings, offers versatility on open-faced shots, particularly beneficial in soft conditions or on courses with grainy turf.

Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom 9 Tour Prototype

On the greens, Koivun trusted the Scotty Cameron Phantom 9 Tour Prototype putter with a SuperStroke Zenergy Pistol GT grip. This choice contributed +5.649 Strokes Gained: Putting (8th), averaging 1.69 putts per GIR. Consistency and accuracy on the greens were key factors in his victory.

Golf Ball: Titleist Pro V1 (2023)

Rounding out his setup was the trusted Titleist Pro V1 (2023) golf ball. This ball was an integral part of his outstanding performance, contributing to his overall SG: Total of +17.349 and delivering the necessary performance across all facets of his game.

Jackson Koivun WITB: Full Specifications

• Driver: Titleist GT2 (8°, D1 SureFit setting), Fujikura Speeder 661 TR X shaft
• 3-Wood: Titleist GTS3 Prototype (15°), Graphite Design Tour AD DI 8 X shaft
• Irons: Titleist T250 (3-iron), Titleist T100 (4-iron), Titleist 620 (dot Proto) (5–9) / Shafts: Graphite Design Tour AD DI HY 95 X (3-iron), Project X 6.5 (4–9)
• Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM11 (46-10F, 50-08F, 54-08M bent to 55°), WedgeWorks V (60°) / Shafts: Project X 6.5 (46°, 50°), Project X 6.0 (54°), Project X IO 6.0 (60°)
• Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom 9 Tour Prototype / Grip: SuperStroke Zenergy Pistol GT
• Golf Ball: Titleist Pro V1 (2023)