U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills set for tough test under par
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:23 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The U.S. Open, held at Shinnecock Hills, is expected to challenge players with the modern standard indicating that a winning score should be under par. Golfers like Adam Scott suggest that for a difficult course, scores of 5 to 10 under par represent a strong test of skill. Others, including Curtis Strange, assert that if conditions are fair yet tough, lower scores than traditionally accepted should be anticipated. The USGA faces scrutiny following previous controversies at Shinnecock Hills regarding course setup and conditions. Players will emphasize their ability to conquer the course as they prepare for competition.
- •The U.S. Open begins at Shinnecock Hills this summer.
- •Players aim for scores under par on challenging course.
- •Adam Scott predicts winning scores between 5 to 10 under par.
- •Historical context reflects changing scoring standards in golf.
- 8:42 PMYahoo Sports — What score indicates a tough test in the US Open? The modern standard suggests under par
- 8:23 PMYahoo Sports — What score indicates a tough test at the U.S. Open? The modern standard suggests under par
"Even at Shinnecock Hills, one of America’s toughest courses preparing to host golf’s toughest test, one has to wonder what Arnold Palmer might say about winning a U.S. Open.
"Given the stern test the U.S. Open should be, and considering the standard of the modern golfer, what kind of score should win barring unforeseen or overly harsh conditions?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 8:42 PMWhat score indicates a tough test in the US Open? The modern standard suggests under par
Even at Shinnecock Hills, one of America’s toughest courses preparing to host golf’s toughest test, one has to wonder what Arnold Palmer might say about winning a U.S. Open.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 8:23 PMWhat score indicates a tough test at the U.S. Open? The modern standard suggests under par
Given the stern test the U.S. Open should be, and considering the standard of the modern golfer, what kind of score should win barring unforeseen or overly harsh conditions?
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