Cameron Young saves par after shaky start at U.S. Open 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:18 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Cameron Young began his U.S. Open 2026 round at Shinnecock Hills with a challenging opening. After a near miss similar to a past Tiger Woods mistake, Young executed a critical recovery shot from a difficult position, saving par early in the tournament. This pivotal moment could influence his performance throughout the week, as it sets the tone for his play. The event continues with the second round approaching, where players will look to improve their standings.
- •Cameron Young saved par on the first hole at U.S. Open 2026.
- •His recovery shot mirrored a past error by Tiger Woods.
- •Young's performance is being closely watched as a favorite.
- •The tournament is ongoing at Shinnecock Hills.
- •Expectations remain high for Young as the rounds progress.
- 2:18 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open 2026: An old Tiger Woods gaffe highlights just how important Cameron Young's opening par save was
"Young made a similar mistake to Woods, but was able to recover—potentially saving his tournament.
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