Scottie Scheffler finishes tied-fourth at US Open, misses Grand Slam chance
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Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Scottie Scheffler ended his first attempt to complete the career Grand Slam at the US Open, finishing tied for fourth at Shinnecock Hills. Scheffler started slowly with a first-round 72, placing him eight strokes behind leader Wyndham Clark. Despite a comeback with rounds of 68 and 69, he could not close the gap, finishing four shots back after a final-round 71. Scheffler expressed disappointment over early-round errors and acknowledged the challenges of the course.
- •Scheffler sought career Grand Slam, needing a US Open victory.
- •He started with a 72, trailing Wyndham Clark.
- •Rallied with two solid rounds but bogeyed 14th.
- •Finished on even par, four strokes behind Clark.
- •Scheffler celebrated his 30th birthday during the tournament.
"Scottie Scheffler was left to rue another slow start to a tournament after falling short in his first attempt to complete the career Grand Slam at the US Open.
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