Play suspended at US Open due to fog before McIlroy teed off

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Play suspended at US Open due to fog before McIlroy teed off
Summary

Play was suspended at the US Open on June 19, 2026, before Rory McIlroy had a chance to tee off. Wyndham Clark topped the leaderboard at six under with two holes remaining when darkness halted the first round. Other contenders included Jon Rahm, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Dustin Johnson, all tied for second place among eight players. The suspension was attributed to weather conditions impacting visibility on the course. Players and spectators await further developments as the situation unfolds.

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  • Play suspended due to fog before Rory McIlroy teed off
  • Wyndham Clark leads at six under with two holes to play
  • Darkness forced the suspension of the first round
  • Jon Rahm, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Dustin Johnson tied second
  • Awaiting resumption of play to continue the tournament
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