Cameron Young has struggles during first round of US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Cameron Young is tied for 49th after carding a two-over 72 in the first round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. Despite entering the tournament among the favorites with two wins this season, Young struggled with his putting, recording a Strokes Gained: Putting figure of -2.54. The first round faced difficult conditions, impacting many top players. Young's performance has been strong in other areas, ranking second in Strokes Gained: Approach. The leaderboard includes Wyndham Clark as the early leader, and play will resume for some players after darkness suspended the round.
- •Cameron Young is tied for 49th after round one with a score of 72.
- •He ranks 62nd for Strokes Gained: Putting on the PGA Tour in 2026.
- •Young shows strength in Strokes Gained: Approach, ranking second overall.
- •Wyndham Clark leads the tournament after the first round.
- •Some players must return early to finish suspended play due to darkness.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — It is very obvious where Cameron Young is already struggling at the US Open this year
"Cameron Young entered the US Open among the favorites given his superb efforts on the PGA Tour in 2026. Young has two wins to his name this season, behind only the three of Matt Fitzpatrick, with 12/12 cuts made so far.
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