Top U.S. Open Meltdowns
The crucible that is the U.S. Open invariably produces drama of the highest order, owing to the most challenging course setup in golf and to the emotion of competing for such a coveted title. As two-time U.S. Open winner Cary Middlecoff said after his second triumph in 1956, “You don’t win the Open. The Open […]
What is Your Favorite U.S. Open Venue?
The Five Greatest U.S. Open Moments
The U.S. Open—the national championship of the United States—has witnessed more than 100 years of pulse-quickening drama. Combine the most challenging course setup conditions in golf, with the emotion of competing for such a prized title and it’s easy to see why lasting memories, both good and bad, resonate with such intensity. As always, to […]
Classic Courses: Oak Hill Country Club (East)
This perennial major venue has returned to its Donald Ross roots in time for its next closeup When it comes to pedigree, the tournament résumé for Oak Hill—the more-than-a-century-old club with two Donald Ross designs outside Rochester, N.Y.—is undeniable. Its East Course is a six-time major championship host and the 1995 Ryder Cup battleground and […]
LINKS Golf Podcast Ep. 87: In-Depth on Baltusrol
Gil Hanse breaks down the details of his restoration work on the Lower Course at Baltusrol Golf Club in a conversation with Digital Editor Al Lunsford on this episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast, presented by Ashcroft Capital. Lunsford also takes listeners inside his round and overnight stay at the historic club. You can subscribe […]
Questions: Mike Whan
Mike Whan, the USGA’s new top dog, talks about his plans (listen), his goals (learn the Rules), and his time leading the LPGA (it grew every year) How are you and your family feeling about the move to New Jersey? I’m really excited to live on Hamilton Farm—a course where we played an LPGA event […]
10 Questions with Rocco Mediate
It was arguably Tiger Woods’s most iconic moment. The 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines has long been remembered as the ultimate David vs. Goliath showdown. Woods’s victory on a severely injured leg has left us with lasting images of a warrior fighting through pain. But just as memorable as Tiger’s excruciating performance was the […]
The U.S. Open Returns to Torrey Pines South
It’s Torrey time again for the U.S. Open. Torrey Pines’s South course, the most celebrated municipal layout west of the Mississippi, takes center stage in mid-June for the second time. Thirteen years ago, Tiger Woods cemented forever Torrey’s reputation for tournament drama. His clutch 12-foot birdie putt at the par-five 72nd hole and subsequent 18- […]
12 Questions with “The Open Doctor” Rees Jones
The U.S. Open has returned to the South Course at Torrey Pines; however, the 7,802-yard coastal layout that will challenge the world’s best players bears little resemblance to the course that first opened for play in 1957. Twenty years ago, Rees Jones—affectionately known as “The Open Doctor” for his restorative and redesign efforts that transform […]
10 of the Decade’s Toughest Major Championship Holes
In all, 39 championships were played over the last decade and 29 different major champions crowned—equaling a plethora of moments etched in the history of the game. A total of 29 different golf courses played host to majors over the last 10 years—some much more difficult than others. Which were toughest? And more specifically, which […]
