U.S. Senior Open begins at Scioto Country Club with elite field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The U.S. Senior Open is set to take place at Scioto Country Club from July 2-5, featuring 156 of the world's top senior golfers. The course, known for its difficult layout, was designed by Donald Ross and is steeped in both history and tradition. Key players such as Ernie Els, Vijay Singh, and defending champion Padraig Harrington are expected to face challenging conditions, with high temperatures impacting performance. The venue is historically significant, being the site where golfer Jack Nicklaus honed his skills. Players are preparing for the unique challenges posed by the course's slick greens and tough rough.
- •The U.S. Senior Open runs from July 2-5 at Scioto Country Club.
- •Scioto is known for a challenging course layout.
- •Ernie Els and Padraig Harrington are key participants.
- •High temperatures are expected during the tournament.
- •Scioto has historical significance in the golf community.
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio club hosting this week's U.S. Senior Open has a rich golf history
"The U.S. Senior Open arrives at Scioto Country Club where golf legends face a notoriously difficult course layout.
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