Niemann receives two-stroke penalty for club toss at U.S. Open
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Joaquín Niemann has been penalized two strokes by the United States Golf Association for throwing a club during the opening round of the U.S. Open. The incident occurred on June 19, 2026. Niemann's actions reflect the stricter enforcement of conduct regulations in professional golf. As the tournament progresses, this penalty could impact his overall performance and standings.
- •Joaquín Niemann threw a club during the opening round.
- •He was penalized two strokes by the USGA.
- •The incident took place at the U.S. Open on June 19, 2026.
- •Stricter enforcement of conduct regulations is highlighted.
- 2:56 PMESPN — Niemann penalized for throwing club in U.S. Open
- 2:12 PMYahoo Sports — "Pretty Impressive Throw": Joaquin Niemann Penalized Two Shots at U.S. Open
"The USGA determined Niemann's actions on the 6th hole constituted "serious misconduct," resulting in a two-stroke penalty during Round 1 at Shinnecock.
"The United States Golf Association docked Joaquín Niemann two strokes for throwing a club during the opening round.
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External links- ESPNJun 19, 2026, 2:56 PMNiemann penalized for throwing club in U.S. Open
The United States Golf Association docked Joaquín Niemann two strokes for throwing a club during the opening round.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 2:12 PM"Pretty Impressive Throw": Joaquin Niemann Penalized Two Shots at U.S. Open
The USGA determined Niemann's actions on the 6th hole constituted "serious misconduct," resulting in a two-stroke penalty during Round 1 at Shinnecock.
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