Brooks Koepka addresses health concerns ahead of U.S. Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:22 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Brooks Koepka described his left-hand condition on Tuesday, stating it feels like he has hit his funny bone continuously. The golfer sought medical attention due to numbness in his pinkie and ring fingers, finding the issue to stem from an ulnar nerve flare-up. Despite these concerns, he is set to compete at the U.S. Open starting Thursday at Shinnecock Hills, where he previously won in 2018. Koepka noted that his swing feels fine, although he mentioned some weakness in his fingers. He expressed excitement about returning to the course, emphasizing the need for strategic play.
- •Koepka felt ongoing numbness in his left hand, linked to an ulnar nerve issue.
- •He withdrew from the RBC Canadian Open due to the same health concern.
- •The U.S. Open begins Thursday at Shinnecock Hills, a site of past victory for Koepka.
- •Koepka expressed confidence in his game despite grip strength concerns.
- •Poor weather conditions are expected, raising strategic considerations for players.
- 9:22 PMYahoo Sports — 'Feels like you hit your funny bone': Brooks Koepka updates health status ahead of U.S. Open
"Brooks Koepka would like a little bit of pain. At least then, he said, what he’s dealing with in his left hand would make sense.
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