Scottie Scheffler seeks career grand slam at U.S. Open amid struggles

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:28 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Scottie Scheffler seeks career grand slam at U.S. Open amid struggles

Summary

Scottie Scheffler competes at the 2026 U.S. Open this week, marking his first opportunity for a career grand slam. Although he started the season strong with a win at The American Express, he has struggled to find consistent form since then. Scheffler has four top 10 finishes in his last five U.S. Open appearances, which highlights his potential but also raises questions given his recent frustrations on the course. As a generational talent, Scheffler aims to refocus on his performance amid external expectations surrounding the grand slam.

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Key Details

•Scheffler won The Open Championship in 2025 and is now aiming for the U.S. Open title.
•He has not won any tournaments since January 2026.
•Recent frustrations have been noted, including a confrontation with his caddie.
•Despite struggles, Scheffler remains in contention at every event he competes in.
•He emphasizes focusing on personal improvement and enjoyment over external pressure.

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3:28 PMCBS Sports — Scottie Scheffler has career grand slam in reach, but is his game up to stiff test Shinnecock Hills presents?

What they're saying

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Scheffler will get his first crack at the career grand slam this week, but his recent form is a bigger concern than mounting pressure
— CBS Sportsby Robby Kalland

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