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Tiger Woods arrives at U.S. Open with a new coach — and 1 thing to prove

Tiger Woods arrives at U.S. Open with a new coach — and 1 thing to prove

Tiger Woods arrived at the U.S. Open with a new coach and a point to prove. After a disappointing performance at the Masters, Woods is looking to regain his form and contend for his first major championship since 2019. Woods has been working with new coach Chris Como since May, and the two have been focusing on improving Woods’ swing and overall game. Woods is confident that he can return to his winning ways, and he is eager to prove himself at the U.S. Open.

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Limited-edition U.S. Open gear shines at Pinehurst

Limited-edition U.S. Open gear shines at Pinehurst

Pinehurst, NC – U.S. Open gear is available in limited edition for the 2024 tournament at Pinehurst No. 2.
Fans can purchase items at the Pinehurst Resort Golf Shop, which range from $30 to $225.
The merchandise includes polos, hats, hoodies, and other items with the U.S. Open logo and Pinehurst No. 2 branding.

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From Scottie Scheffler to everyone else: Breaking down the U.S. Open field

From Scottie Scheffler to everyone else: Breaking down the U.S. Open field

Scottie Scheffler enters the U.S. Open as the overwhelming favorite. Scheffler has won four titles this season, including the Masters and the Charles Schwab Challenge. His dominance has been such that he has opened up a significant lead in the world rankings. Scheffler will be looking to add the U.S. Open to his growing list of accomplishments.

However, a host of other players will be looking to challenge Scheffler for the title. Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Patrick Cantlay are all former major champions who have shown good form in recent weeks.

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9 lessons from a hacker playing U.S. Open host Pinehurst No. 2

9 lessons from a hacker playing U.S. Open host Pinehurst No. 2

**Learning from the Rough: Hole-by-Hole Insights from Pinehurst No. 2**

Venturing onto the storied grounds of Pinehurst No. 2, an amateur golfer embarks on a journey to decode the nuances of the legendary course. Through a hole-by-hole analysis, they uncover valuable lessons that highlight the challenges and strategies that will confront the world’s best at the 2024 U.S. Open.

From the demanding tee shot on the opening hole to the treacherous green of the infamous par-3 5th, each hole provides a unique test. The undulating fairways, pristine greens, and unforgiving bunkers demand precision, patience, and a healthy respect for the course’s history.

By dissecting the course, the author uncovers the subtle slopes, breaks, and contours that can make all the difference on the scorecard. They share their firsthand experiences and offer invaluable tips, helping readers understand the strategic nuances that will be critical for success at the upcoming U.S. Open.

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Robo-mowers?! Yep, at U.S. Amateur Four-Ball, they’re hard at work

Robo-mowers?! Yep, at U.S. Amateur Four-Ball, they’re hard at work

Despite the young age of the competitors at the U.S. Amateur Four-Ball, Blades Brown is notably calm and in control. His outstanding performance in stroke play earned him and his partner Mark Strickland the ninth seed heading into match play. As they progress through the tournament, Brown remains focused on his performance, crediting his success to his dedication to practice. His composure and skill have made him a strong contender in this prestigious event.

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Shane Lowry Comes Close to Breaking Records with Spectacular 62 at PGA Championship

Shane Lowry Comes Close to Breaking Records with Spectacular 62 at PGA Championship

Shane Lowry missed out on the opening-round record at the PGA Championship by a single shot, but the Irishman nevertheless fired a superb seven-under-par 62 to take an early lead. The 2019 Open champion eagled the first hole on the Valhalla course in Louisville, Kentucky, and added seven birdies and no bogies in an almost flawless display. Lowry’s 62 was one shot outside the major championship record of 61 set by Branden Grace in the 2017 Open and tied by Marc Leishman in the 2018 Open.

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Schauffele matches major record again with 62

Schauffele matches major record again with 62

Xander Schauffele shot a course-record 10-under 62 on Thursday to seize the first-round lead at the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Conn.

Schauffele matched the major championship record for the lowest opening round at the 2018 Masters Tournament. He carded an eagle, nine birdies and just one bogey on the par-70 TPC River Highlands layout. Only one player has ever shot a sub-60 round on the PGA Tour — Rhein Gibson, who posted a 59 in the final round of the 2012 Puerto Rico Open.

Schauffele, 28, birdied the par-4 18th hole to cap his round. He leads by three shots over five players: J.T. Poston, Kramer Hickok, Cameron Young, Hank Lebioda and Martin Trainer. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and No. 2 Rory McIlroy both shot 68.

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Dunlap wins in Texas after final-round rainout

Dunlap wins in Texas after final-round rainout

Overnight rain forced the final round of the AT&T Byron Nelson to be canceled, handing the title to American Scottie Scheffler. Scheffler shot a 6-under 66 in the third round to take a three-shot lead into the final day, which was abandoned due to unplayable course conditions. It is Scheffler’s second PGA Tour title of the season, following his victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in March.

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