Four golfers share record for most U.S. Open titles with four wins each

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Four golfers share record for most U.S. Open titles with four wins each
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As the 126th U.S. Open unfolds, four golfers—Willie Anderson, Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, and Jack Nicklaus—are tied with four victories each in the tournament's history. Anderson's wins span from 1901 to 1905, while Jones triumphed in the 1920s and 1930s. Hogan secured his titles between 1948 and 1953, and Nicklaus's wins occurred over a remarkable 18-year span from 1962 to 1980. Hale Irwin and Tiger Woods follow closely behind with three U.S. Open victories each. The next U.S. Open will be contested in 2025, potentially allowing active golfers to contribute to this historical tally.

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  • 126th U.S. Open is currently ongoing
  • Anderson, Jones, Hogan, and Nicklaus each have 4 titles
  • Irwin and Woods have 3 titles each
  • Next U.S. Open scheduled for 2025
  • 12 golfers have won the title twice
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  • 8:30 PMYahoo SportsWho has the most wins in the U.S. Open? Four golfers are tied with four wins each
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Four golf legends share the record for most U.S. Open wins. See who tops the list of champions and how many titles they claimed.

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