Noah Kent aims for match play at U.S. Amateur at Merion

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Noah Kent aims for match play at U.S. Amateur at Merion

Summary

Noah Kent shot a three-under 67 during the first round of stroke play at the U.S. Amateur at Merion Golf Club, positioning himself to qualify for match play. Kent, a University of Florida senior, previously reached the final in 2024 and aims to improve on that performance. Merion, known for its narrow fairways and thick rough, presents a strategic challenge, requiring precision and thoughtfulness. Kent intends to keep his approach simple while navigating the course's demanding holes. The second round of stroke play is set for Tuesday at nearby Philadelphia Country Club.

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•Noah Kent shot 67 to position himself for match play.
•Merion Golf Club presents strategic challenges with narrow fairways.
•Kent reached the U.S. Amateur final in 2024 and aims for improvement.
•The second round of stroke play begins at Philadelphia Country Club.
•Prior U.S. Opens at Merion saw tough conditions for modern big hitters.

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9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Will bomb and gouge work at Merion? The answer could change during the week at the U.S. Amateur

What they're saying

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Short by modern standards at less than 7,000, Merion Golf Club still requires plenty of strategy off the tee according this former U.S. Amateur finalist
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