Graeme McDowell returns to major competition at US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:26 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Graeme McDowell, the 2010 US Open champion, competes at Shinnecock Hills for the first time in six years. At age 46, McDowell aims to make the cut, after previously missing it in 2018. He expresses excitement about showcasing his skills to his son, Wills, and emphasizes his appreciation for returning to major championships. The course conditions may present challenges with strong winds expected, and McDowell acknowledges that everything must go right for him to contend this week.
- •McDowell makes his first major appearance since 2019.
- •He completed a 36-hole qualifier to secure his spot at Shinnecock.
- •Strong winds are forecasted for the US Open.
- •He aims to demonstrate his skills to his son Wills.
- •McDowell acknowledges the course challenges and conditions.
- 11:26 AMYahoo Sports — McDowell happy to share major return with son Wills
- 11:26 AMBBC Sport — McDowell happy to share major return with son as 'sands of time deplete'
"2010 US Open champion Graeme McDowell speaks to BBC Sport NI as he returns to major competition at Shinnecock Hills this week.
"2010 US Open champion Graeme McDowell speaks to BBC Sport NI as he returns to major competition at Shinnecock Hills this week.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 11:26 AMMcDowell happy to share major return with son Wills
2010 US Open champion Graeme McDowell speaks to BBC Sport NI as he returns to major competition at Shinnecock Hills this week.
- BBC SportJun 17, 2026, 11:26 AMMcDowell happy to share major return with son as 'sands of time deplete'
2010 US Open champion Graeme McDowell speaks to BBC Sport NI as he returns to major competition at Shinnecock Hills this week.
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