Chase Kyes qualifies for U.S. Open, unaware of event date
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:49 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Chase Kyes, fresh off his freshman year at Tennessee, birdied the final hole in a 36-hole qualifier to secure his entry into the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Kyes shot a total of 67-66, finishing at 11-under to claim one of the five available spots in Georgia. In a recent interview, he expressed surprise at the U.S. Open occurring next week, stating he was unaware of the date. He now faces the task of making travel and accommodation arrangements for his first major championship.
- •Kyes birdied the last hole to qualify for the U.S. Open.
- •He finished 36 holes at 11-under par.
- •The qualifier took place at Hawks Ridge Golf Club in Georgia.
- •Kyes was unaware that the U.S. Open is next week.
- •He recently completed his season with Tennessee at the NCAA Championship.
- 2:49 AMYahoo Sports — Dude just finished freshman year at Tennessee, qualifies for U.S. Open, has no idea U.S. Open is next week
"Chase Kyes birdied the last hole of the 36-hole U.S. Open qualifier in Georgia to advance to Shinnecock Hills but had no idea the championship is next week.
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