3 Shocking Names to Miss the Cut at U.S. Open 2026
They had the trophies, form, and favorite's tag, but the U.S. Open at Shinnecock had other plans. Here are 3 big names who missed the cut.
‘Misbehave on My Part’: LIV Star Breaks Silence After Costly 2-Stroke U.S. Open
Penalty
Joaquin Niemann explains his US Open penalty after a code of conduct violation, then rebounds to make the cut.
‘Win Back the Fans’: Wyndham Clark Reveals His Special Goal at U.S. Open After
Past Accident Made Him a Villain
Wyndham Clark opens up about fan backlash after Oakmont, revealing his goal at Shinnecock as he seeks redemption at the 2026 U.S. Open.
‘It Pisses Me Off’: Xander Schauffele Speaks Out on Brutal Injury Struggle After
U.S. Open Round 2
Xander Schauffele reflected on the injury setback that followed his career-best season, revealing how it affected him and his mentality.
‘Still a Little Uncomfortable’: Collin Morikawa Issues Honest Health Update from
U.S. Open Amid Form Resurgence
Collin Morikawa shot 65 at the U.S. Open on Friday but says his back injury still limits which shots he can hit.
‘Have Failed Us’: USGA Under Heavy Backlash for ‘Awful’ Shinnecock Move Helping
Pros
USGA's Shinnecock setup sparked backlash as critics accused officials of softening the U.S. Open, igniting debate over the event's identity.
Who Is Wyndham Clark’s New Caddie in 2026? PGA Tour Bagman’s Lifestyle, Career &
More Explored
Learn everything about Wyndham Clark's caddie, David Pelekoudas, aka Big Wave Dave, including his golf background, career, and lifestyle.
Backlash Builds as PGA Tour Pro Wastes Crucial Relief Granted by Rules Official
at U.S. Open
A free-drop ruling sparks debate as a contender struggles in Round 2, drawing strong reactions from golf fans.
Jon Rahm’s NSFW Outburst Caught on Camera After Costly U.S. Open Mistake
One putt at Shinnecock just became the moment everyone's talking about. Here's what actually happened.
Wyndham Clark & Co. Warned by Rule Official at U.S. Open as Pace of Play Becomes
an Issue
Wyndham Clark's group received a pace-of-play warning at Shinnecock, but he remains firmly atop the leaderboard.
Scottie Scheffler Makes Unwanted Career Record at U.S. Open Amid Visible
Struggles
Scottie Scheffler's U.S. Open struggles continued at Oakmont as a surprising stat surfaced, extending a streak that dates back to 2023.
