Short par-3 at Shinnecock presents challenge at U.S. Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:41 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
At Shinnecock Hills during the ongoing U.S. Open, the 11th hole, known as 'Hill Head', poses a significant challenge for golfers. The hole, which plays about 157 yards but features a steep uphill approach, has troubled many players in the past. Brooks Koepka, leading the tournament, showed both concern and skill when he managed to salvage a bogey after an awkward tee shot, showcasing the hole's capacity to create high-stakes moments. Players have struggled with the hole, averaging 3.28 strokes with numerous bogeys recorded. As the tournament unfolds, competitors will need to navigate Shinnecock's tricky layout compounds and take care on this short yet daunting hole.
- •Brooks Koepka leads the tournament during the U.S. Open.
- •The 11th hole at Shinnecock averages 3.28 strokes for players.
- •Koepka salvages a bogey after a challenging tee shot.
- •Shinnecock is recognized for its tough course layout.
- •The U.S. Open is currently in progress at Shinnecock Hills.
- 1:41 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open: Why Shinnecock's shortest hole strikes fear into the world's best golfers
"Dubbed "the shortest par-5 in golf," the par3 No. 11 at Shinnecock Hills could decide the winner of this week's U.S. Open.
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