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Jackson Van Paris climbs leaderboard at US Open after early birdie

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:52 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Jackson Van Paris climbs leaderboard at US Open after early birdie
Summary

Jackson Van Paris of Pinehurst made an early surge at the 2026 US Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, getting on the leaderboard after birdieing the third hole. As of now, he sits in a tie for second place, one shot off the lead held by Sam Stevens at 2-under par after the first 18 holes. The 22-year-old, a Vanderbilt alum, recently qualified for the Open, securing a pair of birdies last weekend. The tournament is set to conclude on Sunday.

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  • •Van Paris birdies the third hole at the US Open.
  • •He is tied for second place with Rory McIlroy and others.
  • •Sam Stevens leads at 2-under par after 18 holes.
  • •Van Paris recently qualified for the Open with strong performances.
  • •The tournament will conclude on Sunday.
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  • 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Pinehurst golfer Jackson Van Paris one off lead at US Open after birdie
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Pinehurst's Jackson Van Paris got on the leaderboard early at the US Open. Here's what happened.

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