Joaquin Niemann scores 66 after an 11 at U.S. Open

At the 2026 U.S. Open in Southampton, N.Y., Joaquin Niemann posted a final round score of 66, tying for seventh place. This performance marks his best finish in a major tournament, following an opening round where he scored an 11 on the par-4 sixth hole due to a penalty for throwing a club. Niemann expressed frustration over the penalty but demonstrated resilience by finishing the tournament strong, finishing seven under par for his next 54 holes. Wyndham Clark currently leads the tournament at four under par.

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