Sahith Theegala calls for tough conditions at Shinnecock Hills for US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Sahith Theegala is tied for second entering the final round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, having carded a 70 on Saturday. With Wyndham Clark leading by six shots, Theegala expressed hope that the course will be at its most challenging on Sunday. He praised the USGA's management of the course, noting that while conditions were softer earlier, they became firmer as the round progressed. Theegala suggested that more difficult conditions would enhance the competition as players chase Clark.
- •Sahith Theegala is tied for second at the US Open.
- •He scored 70 on Saturday with one bogey and one birdie.
- •Wyndham Clark leads by six shots heading into the final round.
- •Theegala wants the course to be tougher for the final round.
- •He praised the USGA for the course setup, noting firmer greens.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Sahith Theegala says what he wants to happen to Shinnecock Hills for Sunday of the US Open
"Sahith Theegala has called for Shinnecock Hills to be at its brutal best on Sunday for the final round of the US Open. Theegala is tied for second heading into the last round in New York.
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