Tom Kim wins Scottish Open 2025 with bogey-free 64, claims first Rolex Series title
Synopsis
Tom Kim ended a nearly two-year title drought in the most emphatic fashion — a bogey-free 64 at Renaissance Club that made him the first South Korean to win the Scottish Open and a Rolex Series champion for the first time. A 203-yard approach to 6 feet on the 16th was the shot that sealed it, and tears at the scorer's table told the rest of the story.
Key Takeaways
Tom Kim won the Scottish Open on 13 July with a bogey-free final round of 6-under 64 , winning by two shots .
It is Kim's first Rolex Series title and his first PGA Tour win since autumn 2023 .
Kim is the first South Korean player to win the Scottish Open.
Australia's Min Woo Lee finished second after a 67 ; MacIntyre , Fitzpatrick , Nakajima , and Keefer shared third.
The win guarantees Kim a place at the Masters Tournament in 2027 .
Keefer , Thorbjornsen , and Perez earned spots at next week's Open Championship as the top three non-exempt finishers.
Tom Kim delivered a flawless bogey-free final round of 6-under 64 at Renaissance Club in North Berwick on 13 July to win the Scottish Open by two shots, becoming a Rolex Series champion for the first time. The victory is his first PGA Tour title since the autumn of 2023, ending a difficult stretch for the South Korean star.
The Winning Moment
Kim delivered the decisive blow on the par-4 16th hole, striking a shot from 203 yards to within 6 feet of the pin to open up a two-shot cushion he would not relinquish. The 23-year-old, who had reached as high as No. 11 in the world at age 21 after his breakthrough win in Las Vegas, was visibly emotional after signing his card — reportedly in tears as he confirmed his return to the winner's circle.
Kim's Words After the Win
A clearly moved Kim reflected on a challenging period in his career. 'Obviously I've had a tough couple of years,' he said. 'I got to taste a lot of that humble pie and I got to really learn about myself and I'm still trying to grow, still trying to learn. Still got a long way to go. But this one I wanted to dedicate to the people that were in my corner the whole time and struggled with me and who celebrated with me.'
Leaderboard and Key Finishers
Australia's Min Woo Lee — the 2021 champion at Renaissance — closed with a 67 to finish two shots behind Kim in second place. Scotland's Robert MacIntyre, the 2024 champion and home favourite, carded a 69 to finish alongside England's Matt Fitzpatrick (69), Japan's Keita Nakajima (67), and American Johnny Keefer (67), all sharing third place two shots further back. France's Victor Perez and South Korea's Si Woo Kim both posted rounds of 66 to finish at 11 under, completing the top ten. Former champion Rory McIlroy signed for rounds of 69 and 64 to finish one shot behind Keefer and Nakajima.
What the Victory Unlocks
Kim's triumph guarantees him an invitation to the Masters Tournament in 2027. Meanwhile, Keefer, compatriot Michael Thorbjornsen, and Frenchman Victor Perez — the top three finishers not already exempt — have earned places at next week's Open Championship. Keefer will make his Open debut on the back of his closing 67. Kim himself is projected to move just outside the top 30 in the world and to No. 32 in the FedEx Cup standings with the season in its closing stretch.
A Historic Milestone at Renaissance
Kim is the first South Korean player to win the Scottish Open — a notable milestone for a player who has never finished outside the top 20 at Renaissance since first competing there in 2022. The consistency at this venue underscores a particular affinity for the links-style layout, making Sunday's performance a culmination of a multi-year pattern rather than a one-off surge.
Point of View
But the Rolex Series demands consistency across varied conditions, not just one beloved venue. The tears at the scorer's table were genuine, but the sport will want to see if the mental rebuild he described translates into a run at the FedEx Cup playoffs.
NationPress
13 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Scottish Open 2025?
Tom Kim won the 2025 Scottish Open at Renaissance Club in North Berwick, closing with a bogey-free 6-under 64 to win by two shots. It is his first Rolex Series title and his first PGA Tour victory since the autumn of 2023.
What made Tom Kim's final round at the Scottish Open special?
Kim played a completely bogey-free final round of 64, highlighted by a 203-yard approach to 6 feet on the par-4 16th that effectively sealed the title. He has never finished outside the top 20 at Renaissance Club since first playing there in 2022.
Who finished second at the 2025 Scottish Open?
Australia's Min Woo Lee, the 2021 Scottish Open champion, finished two shots behind Kim after carding a final-round 67. Scotland's Robert MacIntyre, Matt Fitzpatrick, Keita Nakajima, and Johnny Keefer shared third place, two further back.
What does Tom Kim's Scottish Open win earn him?
The victory guarantees Kim an invitation to the Masters Tournament in 2027. He is also projected to move to just outside the top 30 in the world rankings and to No. 32 in the FedEx Cup standings.
Who qualified for the Open Championship through the Scottish Open?
Johnny Keefer, Michael Thorbjornsen, and Victor Perez earned places at next week's Open Championship as the top three finishers not already exempt. Keefer, who closed with a 67, will make his Open debut.
