126th U.S. Open Championship set to start Thursday at Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The 126th United States Open Championship begins on June 18 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York. The tournament features a purse of $21.5 million, with $4.3 million awarded to the winner. Defending champion JJ Spaun, who has shown strong recent performances, will be in the field. Key tee times are set, including Spaun's group with Scottie Scheffler on Thursday. NBC holds broadcasting rights, offering extensive coverage throughout the event.
- •Tournament runs from June 18-21, 2026.
- •Shinnecock Hills Golf Club is a par 70 course at 7,440 yards.
- •JJ Spaun is the defending champion.
- •The tournament has a total purse of $21.5 million.
- •Key tee times include Spaun and Scheffler at 8:14 a.m.
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"Tournament: The 126th United States Open Championship, June 18-21, 2026 Course: Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, par 70, 7,440 yards. In Southampton, Long Island NY. Purse: $21.5 million in total, $4.3 million to the winner. Defending Champ: JJ Spaun. The Aztec from SDSU had shown positive signs earlier in the year when he took Rory McIlroy […]
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