Austin Jake Jesse Nieminen is a Finnish disc golfer from Kuopio competing in the MPO division. With a PDGA rating of 1025, he ranks 45th globally, a clear indicator of his technical ability. However, his competitive track record shows he is still finding his footing at the highest level - he has yet to secure a win, podium, or major championship across his career. In the 2026 season, he has logged 2 events without a top-5 finish, though he did earn $1875 in earnings. Most recently, he placed 8th at the Champions Cup, showing flashes of potential against a strong field, though a 52nd-place finish at Queen City Classic highlights the volatility still present in his game.
Nieminen is a precision-oriented player with a neutral throwing style, favoring control over power. His signature shots involve reliable approaches and steady finishes, though he lacks a signature move or signature finish at this stage of his career. The Finnish pro shows promise but continues to develop his high-level consistency.
| Event | Pos | Score | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heinola Open | 34 | -10 | - |
| Ale Open | 7 | -21 | 84 |
| Swedish Open | 16 | -17 | 57.2 |
| European Disc Golf Festival | 23 | -5 | 98 |
| 2026 Presidents Cup | 12 | E | - |
| The Open at Austin | 12 | -29 | 87.5 |
| DGPT JomezPro - Innova presents WACO powered by Legit Disc Golf | 23 | -18 | 48.5 |
| Kansas City Wide Open | 5 | -15 | 94 |
| Jonesboro Open | 29 | -14 | 17.4 |
| Champions Cup | 10 | -9 | 147 |
| Queen City Classic | 52 | +1 | - |
