At Glance
‣ Tim Widing is emerging as a notable golfer, having won back-to-back events on the Korn Ferry Tour, with an impressive record of 51 under par over eight rounds, propelling him to number 118 in the Official World Golf Ranking.
‣ Widing’s recent performance includes setting a new Korn Ferry Tour record for the lowest 72-hole score relative to par at 31 under, showcasing his potential and putting him on the verge of promotion to the PGA Tour.
‣ Despite his rapid rise and success, Widing remains focused on the present, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the moment and continuing to work on his game with his team, rather than getting ahead of himself with thoughts of the PGA Tour.
Last week, 26 yo Swede, Tim Widing, came almost from nowhere and won after chasing from behind to get into a playoff. This week though, he really dominated the event building a solid lead from early on and never really looking back. Very impressive!
— Nosferatu (@VC606)
Every week, there’s a new buzz. “The hottest golfer in the world right now” title gets tossed around like a hot potato. And right now, that title might just belong to Sweden’s own Tim Widing. Forget about the Masters champion Scottie Scheffler and the record-smasher Nelly Korda. They’ve been phenomenal, sure, but Widing is the man of the hour.
So, who’s this Widing guy? Well, his name’s pronounced VEE-ding, for starters. He’s not yet a household name in the highest echelons of golf, but boy, is he knocking on that door. At 26, he’s tearing up the Korn Ferry Tour with a vengeance. Back-to-back wins? Check. His worst round being a 68? Also, check. That’s eight rounds of golf summing up to a jaw-dropping 51 under par. And just like that, he’s shot up to number 118 in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Widing’s victories at the LECOM Suncoast Classic and Veritex Bank Championship are nothing short of historic. He’s the 13th player to win back-to-back events on the Korn Ferry Tour. Not to mention, he’s also the 12th player to snag two wins in the first nine events of a season on this tour. And with birdies on three of the final four holes last Sunday, he shattered the Tour’s record for the lowest 72-hole score relative to par. We’re talking 31 under par. Mind-blowing, right?
Just last week, Widing was almost an unknown. But then he chased down a playoff spot from behind and clinched a win. This week? He dominated from the get-go, building a solid lead early on and never once looking back. The golf world’s buzzing, and rightfully so. #KFT #OWGR
“Monday night, I was still trying to soak in last week’s win,” Widing shared. He’s hungry for more wins, but he’s also taking a moment to bask in his recent success. Subscribing to the Golf Monthly newsletter might be a good idea if you want to keep up with Widing’s journey and all things golf.
Widing confessed to feeling more relaxed and having fun on the course, which he believes helped ease his nerves, especially during the final rounds. Over his last eight rounds, which included scores like 62 and a couple of 63s, he’s averaged a birdie every 2.5 holes. That’s not just good; it’s elite. It’s the kind of performance that puts him on the brink of promotion to the PGA Tour.
“My mindset is still focused on the here and now,” Widing said, tempering expectations. The PGA Tour is his dream, but he’s committed to playing well this year and continuing to work on his game. He’s all about living in the moment and seeing where this incredible journey takes him.
In just two weeks on the KFT, Widing has shot rounds of 68-64-67-66-62-63-65-63. That’s a combined 51 under par. Plus, he’s made a birdie every 2.5 holes. If that’s not impressive golf, I don’t know what is.
Next up, Widing will head to Kansas City for the AdventHealth Championship. It’s his first shot at becoming the 12th player in Tour history to gain promotion via the Three-Victory Promotion. Meanwhile, 15-year-old Miles Russell couldn’t keep his dream run going at the Veritex Bank Championship. Despite a record-breaking start, the teenager missed the cut, ending his streak of rounds under par at six. Golf, eh? It’s a rollercoaster.
