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Brooks Koepka comments on unusual greens at Shinnecock Hills during US Open

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Brooks Koepka comments on unusual greens at Shinnecock Hills during US Open

Summary

Brooks Koepka shot a three over par round of 73 on Thursday at the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. He noted that the greens were unexpectedly soft compared to his previous experience at the venue, which he found odd. Koepka had withdrawn from the RBC Canadian Open last week due to a hand injury, raising questions about his performance. Fellow competitor Keegan Bradley echoed Koepka's thoughts on the course conditions, praising the USGA for maintaining manageable greens amid tough wind. The first day of play at Shinnecock has set a tense atmosphere for the tournament, which is expected to offer a challenging test for the players.

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By the Numbers

•Koepka started with a round of 73 at the US Open.
•He found the soft greens at Shinnecock Hills surprising.
•Koepka withdrew from the previous RBC Canadian Open due to injury.
•Keegan Bradley commended the USGA for course setup amid tough conditions.
•The US Open is regarded as a challenging test for competitors.

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9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Brooks Koepka points out what was really ‘weird’ about Shinnecock on US Open day one, ‘It’s just odd’

What they're saying

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Brooks Koepka has admitted that the greens at Shinnecock Hills were very different to what he remembered as he opened up with a three over par round of 73 on Thursday at the US Open. Koepka was one of the most intriguing players heading into the third major of the year.
— Yahoo Sports

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