Ben Crenshaw shares humorous story about Shinnecock's 14th hole
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:10 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Ben Crenshaw recounted the amusing origin of the 14th hole at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club during the 5 Clubs podcast. Known as 'Thom's Elbow', the hole is renowned for its difficulty, having been the hardest during the 2018 U.S. Open. Crenshaw shared that the name reflects its challenging design and a funny anecdote from the club's longtime head pro, Charlie Thom. The par-4 hole features a significant drop in elevation and requires skillful play to navigate its tricky angles.
- •Crenshaw shared the story during the 5 Clubs podcast.
- •The 14th hole was the toughest in the 2018 U.S. Open.
- •Hole named after Charlie Thom due to its crooked design.
- •The hole demands strategic play given its challenging layout.
- •Ben Crenshaw held the lead at Shinnecock in 1986.
- 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Ben Crenshaw reveals the funny story behind Shinnecock's brutal 14th
"Ben Crenshaw shares the humorous origin story behind the name of the difficult 14th hole at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.
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