Tommy Fleetwood reflects on missed major opportunities at U.S. Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:57 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
As the 2026 U.S. Open approaches, Tommy Fleetwood anticipates defending his title at Shinnecock Hills. Fleetwood has achieved a final-round score of 63 twice in this championship, a feat matched only by Johnny Miller. Despite his impressive performances in 2018 and 2023, he finished without a victory, leaving him with an enduring sense of unfinished business. Ranked sixth in the world, Fleetwood commented on his previous attempts, indicating disappointment in not converting key putts during those rounds. The championship starts Thursday, with Fleetwood teeing off alongside Rory McIlroy and Ludvig Aberg.
- •Fleetwood has shot final-round 63 in U.S. Open twice.
- •He finished T-5 in 2023 with a five-under 275.
- •Fleetwood missed key birdie putts that could have changed outcomes.
- •He is ranked sixth in the world ahead of the championship.
- •The U.S. Open begins Thursday at Shinnecock Hills.
- 4:57 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open 2026: Tommy Fleetwood has made Open history that irks the hell out of him ... and makes him proud
"Still searching for his first major title, Tommy Fleetwood has shot a final-round 63 twice in the U.S. Open and has nothing to show for it.
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