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Harry Higgs wears shorts to U.S. Open, borrows pants to compete

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:25 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Harry Higgs wears shorts to U.S. Open, borrows pants to compete
Summary

During the first round of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on June 19, Harry Higgs mistakenly wore shorts, which are not allowed during play. Realizing his error in the locker room, he borrowed pants from Anthony Naylor, a long-time pro. After warming up in Naylor's pants, Higgs's wife brought him his own pair. He finished the round with a score of 71, placing him in the top 30. Higgs’s next tee time is set for June 20 at 12:45 p.m.

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  • •Higgs tees off at 6:35 a.m. for the first round.
  • •He mistakenly wears shorts, which is not permitted during play.
  • •Higgs borrows pants from Anthony Naylor to compete.
  • •He scores 71 and ranks in the top 30 after round one.
  • •Next tee time is June 20 at 12:45 p.m.
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This pro accidentally wore shorts to the U.S. Open and had to borrow pants from a stranger to compete.

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