Young golfer Miles Russell makes U.S. Open debut at Shinnecock
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Miles Russell, the youngest competitor in the U.S. Open, is playing at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York. At 17 years old, Russell is grouped with Padraig Harrington, the oldest player in the field. Russell qualified for the tournament with the help of Charlie Woods, son of Tiger Woods. He aims to treat the event like a junior tournament and hopes to measure his skills against top players. Russell has previously made cuts in PGA and Korn Ferry events, showing promise in his young career.
- •Russell is 17 years old and from Jacksonville, Florida.
- •He qualified for the U.S. Open on his 38th hole during playoffs.
- •Joined by his coach Ramon Bescansa as caddie for the tournament.
- •Russell aims to emulate his performance in junior golf competitions.
- •He has previously made cuts in both PGA and Korn Ferry events.
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"Miles Russell is grouped with the oldest player in the U.S. Open field at Shinnecock.
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