McIlroy urges caution at US Open amid Shinnecock concerns
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Rory McIlroy emphasizes the need for caution at the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, particularly regarding course conditions expected during the tournament from June 18 to 21. He highlights concerns over potentially fast greens due to high winds, predicting gusts of 35-40 mph. McIlroy recalls past controversies involving course set-ups and insists the USGA must ensure fairness for all competitors. Despite setbacks in previous tournaments at Shinnecock, he remains optimistic about the venue's challenge and stresses the importance of patience and conservative play.
- •McIlroy warns about fast greens and windy conditions this week.
- •US Open scheduled from June 18 to 21 at Shinnecock Hills.
- •Past controversies include issues during 2004 and 2018 tournaments.
- •McIlroy stresses patience is key for players.
- •Weather forecast predicts gusty winds affecting play.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — McIlroy calls for US Open set-up 'caution'
- 4:35 PMBBC Sport — McIlroy calls for US Open set-up 'caution' after Shinnecock controversy
- 4:03 PMBBC Sport — McIlroy warns USGA over Shinnecock Hills course conditions
"Rory McIlroy says tournament organisers must make sure conditions at this week's US Open at Shinnecock Hills do not "get out of control".
"Rory McIlroy says tournament organisers must make sure conditions at this week's US Open at Shinnecock Hills do not "get out of control".
"Six-time major champion Rory McIlroy says the USGA will have to be wary of course conditions at this week's US Open at Shinnecock Hills.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 4:35 PMMcIlroy calls for US Open set-up 'caution'
Rory McIlroy says tournament organisers must make sure conditions at this week's US Open at Shinnecock Hills do not "get out of control".
- BBC SportJun 16, 2026, 4:35 PMMcIlroy calls for US Open set-up 'caution' after Shinnecock controversy
Rory McIlroy says tournament organisers must make sure conditions at this week's US Open at Shinnecock Hills do not "get out of control".
- BBC SportJun 16, 2026, 4:03 PMMcIlroy warns USGA over Shinnecock Hills course conditions
Six-time major champion Rory McIlroy says the USGA will have to be wary of course conditions at this week's US Open at Shinnecock Hills.
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