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Michael Kim shoots a 59 at the 3M Open, the 15th time it's been done in PGA Tour history
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Mike Cook, Associated Press , KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Michael Kim carded the 15th 59 in PGA Tour history on Friday, making a 24-foot putt for birdie on the 18th hole at the 3M Open. Kim birdied the final four holes of his bogey-free round at TPC Twin Cities to get to 14-under for the tournament. This marks the fourth 59 on tour since 2024. Jake Knap...
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Key takeaway Kim birdied the final four holes of his bogey-free round at TPC Twin Cities to get to 14-under for the tournament.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For golf enthusiasts in Piney Point Village , Michael Kim's historic 59 at the 3M Open is a thrilling development, especially given the tournament's proximity to the Houston area. Kim's achievement is a testament to the skill and dedication required to compete at the PGA Tour level. Locally, this feat may spark interest in the sport, potentially drawing more residents to golf courses in and around Harris County. As the Houston area continues to grow and develop, its reputation as a hub for sports enthusiasts is reinforced by achievements like Kim's. The fact that Kim has struggled with consistency in recent tournaments, including a string of missed cuts, makes his 59 all the more notable, and his success may inspire local golfers to persevere through challenges and strive for excellence.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Michael Kim carded the 15th 59 in PGA Tour history on Friday, making a 24-foot putt for birdie on the 18th hole at the 3M Open. Kim birdied the final four holes of his bogey-free round at TPC Twin Cities to get to 14-under for the tournament. This marks the fourth 59 on tour since 2024. Jake Knap...
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