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Scottie Scheffler aims for career Grand Slam at US Open in Shinnecock

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:26 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Scottie Scheffler aims for career Grand Slam at US Open in Shinnecock

Summary

The US Open starts Thursday at Shinnecock, with Scottie Scheffler seeking a career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday. European golfers could achieve a rare treble if one secures the title, having won the first two majors of the year. Rory McIlroy, who successfully defended his Masters title in April, highlighted the course's challenges and the potential for errors. Scheffler noted that Shinnecock's conditions may favor players accustomed to links-style golf. He acknowledged being close to victories this year but has only one win in January.

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By the Numbers

•US Open begins Thursday at Shinnecock.
•Scheffler seeks his first US Open title for a career Grand Slam.
•McIlroy and Rai won the first two majors this year.
•Course conditions could impact player performance significantly.
•Scheffler's only victory this year came in January.

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10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Europe eyes major treble at US Open as Scheffler seeks Slam

What they're saying

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While top-ranked Scottie Scheffler chases a career Grand Slam at this week's US Open, European golfers can achieve an unprecedented treble if one of them wins the title at Shinnecock.South Africa's Player is the only one to have completed the career Slam by winning a US Open.
— Yahoo Sports

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