Knicks celebrate NBA championship as US Open begins at Shinnecock Hills

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:33 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Knicks celebrate NBA championship as US Open begins at Shinnecock Hills
Summary

The first round of the US Open is underway at Shinnecock Hills. This week marks a significant time for New Yorkers, celebrating the Knicks' first NBA championship victory since 1973 alongside the golf tournament. Enthusiasm surrounds the city as it hosts both the World Cup and a historic golf event.

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  • US Open's opening round is live at Shinnecock Hills.
  • Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973.
  • New Yorkers celebrate with a World Cup in the city.
  • Significant sports week for New York.
Latest Updates
  • 11:05 AMThe Guardian SportUS Open 2026: golf updates on day two – live
  • 11:33 AMThe Guardian SportUS Open 2026: golf updates on day one – live
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️ Updates from the second round at Shinnecock Hills ️ Day one report | Follow us on Instagram | Mail David While we wait for Clark and others to finish, here’s Bryan Armen Graham’s report of the day one action. Hello everyone! The pace of play at a US Open is always sloooow and the grind wasn’t helped by a two-hour fog delay on Thursday morning. It meant many of those in the afternoon wave didn’t compete their rounds. Continue reading...

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️ Updates from the opening round at Shinnecock Hills ️ Preview | Follow us on Instagram | Mail David What a time to be a New Yorker. The Knicks have just won their first NBA championship since 1973, there’s a World Cup in town and one of its most famous golf courses is staging this week’s US Open. Continue reading...

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