Sahith Theegala loses control of club during U.S. Open play at Shinnecock
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:45 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
During the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on June 21, Sahith Theegala inadvertently threw his club while attempting to escape fescue at the fourth hole. This incident occurred as he struggled with a challenging lie, leading to a double bogey on the par-4, bringing his score to two-over for the tournament. The incident highlights the difficulties players face with thick rough at the U.S. Open, a common theme in this championship. No players were harmed during the incident, and Theegala remains in the competition as play continues.
- •Sahith Theegala played in the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
- •His club slipped from his hands during a shot
- •Theegala double bogeyed the fourth hole
- •He is currently two-over par in the tournament
- •No injuries reported from the incident
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open 2026: Sahith Theegala nearly decapitates fans with flying club after wild hack out of the fescue
"You always have to keep your head on a swivel at the U.S. Open.
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