Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson not competing in U.S. Open at Shinnecock
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:24 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are among notable absences from the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, which is underway this week. Woods has been away from competitive golf following a rollover crash and subsequent treatment after a DUI charge, while Mickelson is dealing with a personal family health matter that has limited his participation this season. Both players are missed as the tournament features Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and others vying for the title. Max Homa narrowly missed qualifying, while Marco Penge withdrew due to ongoing health issues.
- •Woods has not played since entering treatment after a DUI incident.
- •Mickelson withdrew from the Masters and has competed in just one LIV event this season.
- •Max Homa missed out on U.S. Open qualification after a playoff defeat.
- •Marco Penge withdrew due to health issues related to a viral infection.
- 11:24 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 U.S. Open: Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson among biggest names not competing in the major this week at Shinnecock
"Both Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson are still away from golf completely and are missing another major championship.
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