Jamieson Wins Nexo Championship
Scott Jamieson Secures Emotional Nexo Championship Victory After 14-Year Drought
Key Points
Shaun Norris was penalized two strokes for moving a replaced divot on the fifth hole, a breach of the rules that cost him a spot in contention.
Jamieson earned a $200,000 Closing Swing bonus, boosting his week's earnings beyond $700,000.
Matthew Jordan led overnight at times, opening with early birdies but was slowed by a pivotal 9th-hole double bogey as Jamieson surged back.
Defending champion Grant Forrest shot an 80 in the final round, finishing 10 over par for the event.
Richard Mansell set the course record with a 65 and earned a $10,000 course-record bonus during the event.
Scottish golfer Scott Jamieson won the Nexo Championship at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeenshire, posting 11-under par with a final-round 67 to end a 14-year drought on the DP World Tour Golf Channel. The 42-year-old Jamieson overcame a three-shot deficit to beat Matthew Jordan by two strokes, securing his second tour title since 2012 and guaranteeing himself playing rights for next season Golf Digest Middle East.
Jamieson Surges Past Jordan in Final Round
Matthew Jordan held the overnight lead but faltered down the stretch. A crucial double bogey on the ninth hole derailed his bid for victory. Meanwhile, Jamieson built momentum throughout the final round, turning a three-shot deficit into a two-stroke triumph Golf Channel.
Jamieson's steady play down the stretch proved decisive. His 67 in the final round demonstrated the composure needed to win after more than a decade away from the winner's circle France24. The victory gives the Scottish golfer renewed confidence and secures his tour card for 2025 Morning Chronicle.
Norris Penalty Reshapes Final Leaderboard
Shaun Norris was penalized two strokes for moving a replaced divot on the fifth hole. The breach of golf rules cost him a realistic chance at winning Golf Digest Middle East. The penalty exemplifies how small infractions can derail entire tournaments, even for defending champions and top contenders.
Defending champion Grant Forrest also stumbled in the final round. He shot an 80 to finish 10-over par for the event Golf Digest Middle East, far from his title-defending form. Combined with Norris's struggles, these late-round collapses cleared a path for Jamieson's comeback victory Golf Channel.
Trump Congratulates Winner in Post-Round Call
Following the victory, U.S. President Donald Trump called Jamieson to offer congratulations. Trump said he was following the tournament and complimented the champion's performance France24. The tradition underscores Trump International's status as a flagship venue for professional golf.
Jamieson Banks $700,000-Plus in Prize Money
The Nexo Championship win brought Jamieson total earnings exceeding $700,000 for the week Golf Digest Middle East. He earned a $200,000 Closing Swing bonus that boosted his payday significantly Golf Digest Middle East. Richard Mansell set the course record with a 65 and earned a $10,000 bonus for the mark Golf Digest Middle East.
The financial windfall provides stability after years of battling to maintain tour status Augusta Jags. Jamieson's triumph continues a recent success streak for Scottish golfers at Trump International, following Grant Forrest's championship the previous year France24.
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