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Scottie Scheffler shoots 72 in first round at 2026 U.S. Open

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Scottie Scheffler shoots 72 in first round at 2026 U.S. Open

Summary

Scottie Scheffler opened the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club with a score of 2-over 72. In challenging conditions marked by winds of up to 40 mph, Scheffler made four birdies, four bogeys, and a double bogey. After starting with three pars, his front nine featured difficulties, particularly after hitting into native grass, leading to a three-putt double bogey on the eighth. The back nine improved for him with birdies at Nos. 12, 14, and 17. Scheffler aims for his first career Grand Slam after winning multiple majors last year.

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By the Numbers

•Scheffler's first round score: 2-over 72.
•Winds reached up to 40 mph during the round.
•He made four birdies, four bogeys, and one double bogey.
•Scheffler's front nine included a double bogey after hitting native grass.
•He birdied Nos. 12, 14, and 17 on the back nine.

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What they're saying

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Scottie Scheffler endured a difficult start to the US Open after a two-over 72 in round one. Scheffler is looking to complete the career Grand Slam at Shinnecock Hills, which proved very difficult for many players on Thursday.
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In the first round of his first bid to complete the career Grand Slam, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler went on a bit of a rollercoaster ride.
— Yahoo Sports