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Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun compete at U.S. Open 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:38 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun compete at U.S. Open 2026

Summary

At the 2026 U.S. Open on Saturday, amateurs Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun showcased their skills at Shinnecock Hills. Combined, they are the same age as Jason Day. Russell, 17, the top-ranked junior golfer, and Koivun, 21, the top-ranked amateur, both made the cut at three over par. Koivun delivered a birdie with a 20-footer on the fourth hole but faced challenges on the sixth with a double bogey. Russell demonstrated his potential with aggressive play on the ninth hole despite missing a par save. They continue to compete amid windy conditions as the third round unfolds.

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By the Numbers

•Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun are amateur golfers at the U.S. Open.
•Both made the cut at three over par for the weekend.
•Koivun birdied the fourth hole but made a double bogey on the sixth.
•Russell's aggressive play on the ninth did not yield a par save.
•The tournament is currently in progress at Shinnecock Hills.

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What they're saying

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The combined ages of Jackson Koivun and Miles Russell is the same as Jason Day (38). Yet the No. 1 ranked amateur and junior golfers in the world, paired on Saturday, show the future of golf looks good
— Yahoo Sports

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