Scheffler seeks career Grand Slam at U.S. Open in Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Scottie Scheffler aims to make history at the U.S. Open, held June 16-18 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, as he turns 30 and seeks to become only the seventh golfer to achieve the career Grand Slam. Scheffler, the favorite at +455, has faced challenges this season, struggling with slow starts despite finishing consistently in the Top 15. He emphasizes the importance of driving accuracy on the tough Shinnecock course, known for its challenging conditions. Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm are also top contenders, with McIlroy finishing as runner-up in two recent U.S. Open tournaments.
- •Scheffler has finished second in two of his 2026 starts.
- •Rory McIlroy is the second favorite at +940.
- •Driving accuracy is crucial for success at Shinnecock.
- •Previous U.S. Open winners at Shinnecock have struggled to finish under par.
- •Tournament runs from June 16 to June 18, 2026.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Scheffler Chases History As Shinnecock Promises Brutal U.S. Open Test
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler says what many people have got wrong about Shinnecock Hills ahead of the US Open
"Scottie Scheffler has suggested that anyone who thinks that driving accuracy is not important at this week’s US Open is in for a nasty surprise at Shinnecock Hills. Scheffler goes into the third major of the year as the big favourite.
"Scottie Scheffler enters the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills as a favorite (or co-favorite) for a 15th straight major as he seeks to complete the career Grand Slam.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 11:00 PMScheffler Chases History As Shinnecock Promises Brutal U.S. Open Test
Scottie Scheffler enters the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills as a favorite (or co-favorite) for a 15th straight major as he seeks to complete the career Grand Slam.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 10:30 PMScottie Scheffler says what many people have got wrong about Shinnecock Hills ahead of the US Open
Scottie Scheffler has suggested that anyone who thinks that driving accuracy is not important at this week’s US Open is in for a nasty surprise at Shinnecock Hills. Scheffler goes into the third major of the year as the big favourite.
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