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Sports Illustrated
Sports Illustrated
Andy Nesbitt

Why the Past Four U.S. Opens at Shinnecock Should Terrify Golfers and Delight Fans

The 2026 U.S. Open kicks off Thursday at the famed Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., in what should be a fun four days for those watching the action, and a treacherous four days for those trying to take home what is usually the hardest major championship to win.

The legendary course has hosted the U.S. Open five times, dating back to 1896 when James Foulis got the win (and a $200 payday) in a field that had just 11 golfers battling it out.

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