J.J. Spaun prepares for U.S. Open after recent family injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
J.J. Spaun begins his U.S. Open defense at Shinnecock Hills this week. Despite challenges, including a broken collarbone and dental issues affecting his daughter, Spaun aims to replicate his previous success by hitting fairways and greens. He has struggled this season with missed cuts but recently improved with a top finish at the Valero Texas Open. Spaun adjusts his mindset to focus less on outcomes and more on his process to alleviate pressure. Windy conditions are expected at Shinnecock, further complicating his preparation.
- •Spaun begins U.S. Open defense on June 15.
- •Aims to hit fairways and greens for success.
- •Recently dealt with family injuries affecting his children's health.
- •Struggled earlier this season but finished strong at Valero Texas Open.
- •Windy conditions expected at Shinnecock Hills.
- 9:52 PMYahoo Sports — Spaun hopes grit and grinding brings US Open title repeat
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — J.J. Spaun plans to follow his U.S. Open blueprint, minus the pharmacy trip
"Defending champion JJ Spaun plans to use the same formula to win the US Open this week at Shinnecock as he did to capture his first major title last year at Oakmont.Spaun, never better than 23rd at a major until winning, captured his third PGA Tour title in April at the Texas Open.
"Spaun plans to follow the same exact blueprint that led to his major breakthrough a year ago at Oakmont – hit fairways and greens, and hope the putter gets hot; oh, and showcase that same resiliency.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 9:52 PMSpaun hopes grit and grinding brings US Open title repeat
Defending champion JJ Spaun plans to use the same formula to win the US Open this week at Shinnecock as he did to capture his first major title last year at Oakmont.Spaun, never better than 23rd at a major until winning, captured his third PGA Tour title in April at the Texas Open.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 9:27 PMJ.J. Spaun plans to follow his U.S. Open blueprint, minus the pharmacy trip
Spaun plans to follow the same exact blueprint that led to his major breakthrough a year ago at Oakmont – hit fairways and greens, and hope the putter gets hot; oh, and showcase that same resiliency.
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