The official opening round pairings for the 2026 U.S. Open are set. Players arrived at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York, on Tuesday to begin physical preparations for the 126th edition of the tournament. The United States Golf Association published the complete tee sheet ahead of Thursday’s opening round.
Anticipation is building in Southampton as Rory McIlroy addressed the media on Tuesday afternoon. Following his recent completion of the career Grand Slam at The Masters, McIlroy enters Shinnecock Hills with a shifted mindset as he chases further history on one of the sport’s most demanding layouts.
Key Details
- The tournament runs from Thursday, June 18, through Sunday, June 21.
- The 156-player field is set to compete on the historic Long Island course.
- World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is attempting to secure the career Grand Slam on his first try.
- Shinnecock Hills is the only venue in American golf history to host a U.S. Open across three different centuries.
Scottie Scheffler enters the week as the overwhelming favorite to capture the title. After securing a victory at The Open Championship at Royal Portrush last year, Scheffler is in the rare position of chasing the career Grand Slam on his first attempt.
The Long Island host venue holds a distinct legacy. Established in 1891, Shinnecock Hills previously hosted the championship in 1896, 1986, 1995, 2004, and 2018. The field will face the notoriously grueling coastal conditions starting Thursday morning.