Extended highlights from the morning wave during the first round of the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.
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Scottie Scheffler told his swing coach after playing a practice-round on Monday at Shinnecock that he didn’t need to work on anything else and that he liked where his game was, according to Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis.
Golf Channel’s Eamon Lynch detailed the latest on Brooks Koepka’s condition and provided updates on his medical treatment after withdrawing from the RBC Canadian Open.
Bryson DeChambeau discussed his mindset and approach this week at Shinnecock and said no matter what happens it’s pretty special to be a two-time U.S. Open champion.
Golf Channel’s Rex Hoggard analyzed Rory McIlroy’s preparation at Shinnecock Hills for the U.S. Open and how he’ll stand up to the test at the major championship.
Matt Fitzpatrick, Wyndham Clark, J.J. Spaun and Justin Thomas break down the biggest challenges on the course at Shinnecock Hills after their practice rounds ahead of the U.S. Open.
The U.S. Open brought big wind and not nearly as much activity for a Monday, typical these days of practice rounds at majors that move to a different course each year.
Jackson Koivun is making his final amateur start at the 2026 U.S. Open. He spoke to reporters at Shinnecock Hills about what he’s seen from the course so far and why he waited a year before turning pro.
Bryson DeChambeau takes practice swings at Shinnecock Hills ahead of the U.S. Open this week and the “Live From the U.S. Open” crew discussed what his plan of attack will be at the major championship this week.
Spaun plans to follow the same exact blueprint that led to his major breakthrough a year ago at Oakmont – hit fairways and greens, and hope the putter gets hot; oh, and showcase that same resiliency.
Defending U.S. Open champ, J.J. Spaun, said he’s really trying to enjoy this week at the Shinnecock with his family and attempting to replicate his planning and preparation to what he did last year at Oakmont.
As Scottie Scheffler attempts to etch his name into golf history at Shinnecock, here’s how the six players before him did in their first shot at completing the career Grand Slam.
Golf Channel’s Rex Hoggard gives the latest update on Brooks Koepka’s hand injury and how problematic it could be for the five-time major winner this week at Shinnecock Hills.
Wyndham Clark said he deeply regrets how he acted at Oakmont last year and said he’s learned a lot from it and he’s excited to redeem himself this year at Shinnecock.
Matt Fitzpatrick discussed what the biggest factors will be at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills this week, including dealing with the wind.
The “Live From the U.S. Open” crew discusses how the USGA is preparing Shinnecock to host the U.S. Open this week and what they’ll need to do to make sure the course is in tip-top shape for the major championship.
Harber, 20, makes his major debut this week at Shinnecock, easily the biggest moment of a young career that has included major knee surgery and even some caddying.
Koivun, who is making his final start as an amateur, will be competing in his second consecutive U.S. Open.
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