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Bryson DeChambeau hits 427-yard drive on U.S. Open opening day

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Bryson DeChambeau hits 427-yard drive on U.S. Open opening day
Summary

The first round of the U.S. Open is underway at Shinnecock Hills, with Bryson DeChambeau's 427-yard drive on hole 12 highlighting the day. The event experienced significant fog delays, leading to a crowded schedule for Friday. Rory McIlroy started strong, shooting even par before the fog rolled in. Despite challenging weather, six players finished under par in the morning wave, with Sam Stevens at -2 leading the pack. The course setup has drawn mixed reactions from players, with some finding it particularly fair.

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  • •Bryson DeChambeau hits a drive of 427 yards on No. 12
  • •Fog delays caused schedule changes for the first round
  • •Rory McIlroy is even par after early play
  • •Six players finish under par in the morning wave
  • •Players express varied opinions on course setup
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  • 9:32 PMYahoo Sports — A fan’s blunder and Bryson’s 427-yard bomb: The most memorable moments of Day 1 at the U.S. Open
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Bryson DeChambeau’s quarter-mile drive headlines an unusual U.S. Open opening day.

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