Sunday, June 21, 2026

Second Wynd: Clark Hangs on for 1-Shot Win at Shinnecock Hills

Wyndham Clark completed a wire-to-wire victory Sunday at Shinnecock Hills, becoming just the ninth player to lead after every round of a U.S. Open and the first since Martin Kaymer in 2014.


The 2023 champion closed with a 3-over 73 to finish at 4-under 276, edging Sam Burns by one stroke for his second U.S. Open title. Tom Kim, a qualifier who entered the week ranked No. 141 in the Official World Golf Ranking, finished third at 1-under 279.

Miyu Yamashita Rallies from Five Back, Birdies Playoff Hole to Capture Meijer LPGA Classic

Miyu Yamashita delivered a championship performance Sunday at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Giving, firing a scorching 8-under par 64 to erase a five-shot deficit and claim victory for her third LPGA career title. 

Yamashita put together the lowest round of the week at Blythefield Country Club, carding eight birdies to finish regulation at 17-under par. After forcing a playoff, she wasted little time securing the title, birdieing the first extra hole to capture her first win of the season.

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Inside the Mind of a Club Champion Master Fitter: An Iron Fitting Review

Many golfers walk into an iron fitting believing the clubhead is the star of the show.  And while head designs certainly matter, experienced fitters know that the shaft often has the greatest influence on how a golfer delivers the club to the ball.



During an iron fitting at Club Champion much of the session is devoted to identifying the shaft that produces the most consistent strike pattern, ball flight, and dispersion.  And the process is far more sophisticated than simply choosing between flexes or lengths.

Friday, June 19, 2026

Clark Leads by Four After 36 at Shinnecock Hills

Wyndham Clark spent his Friday afternoon watching the U.S. men's soccer team advance to the World Cup knockout round — and why not? Through 36 holes of the 126th U.S. Open, the defending champion owns a four-stroke lead.



His 7-under 133 — built on an opening 64 and a second-round 69 — set a Shinnecock Hills record. The 64 came despite a 4 a.m. wake-up call after Thursday's fog delay pushed his finish into Friday morning. He closed the day in style, draining a 33-footer for birdie on 18.

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Clark Takes Wind out of Shinnecock Hills and Leads Suspended Opening Round by Four

Going into Thursday’s opening round of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, all the talk was about the expected high winds that were going to whip through the eastern end of Long Island.



Then Mother Nature threw in a curveball.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Joint Statement from the USGA, The R&A, PGA Tour and DP World Tour

Over the past eight years, The USGA and The R&A have raised concerns about distance increases and the long-term consequences of failing to address this consistent trend.



Through a series of formal feedback processes and numerous individual stakeholder meetings, the governing bodies agreed on an across-the-game change in how golf balls are tested via the Overall Distance Standard (ODS).

PING Signs Wyndham Clark to Scottsdale TEC Putter Agreement

Four-time PGA Tour winner and 2023 U.S. Open Champion Wyndham Clark has signed an agreement to exclusively play a Scottsdale TEC putter, PING CEO & President John K. Solheim announced today.



“Wyndham comes into the U.S. Open this week as one of the hottest players in the world,” said Solheim. “He’s been using the Scottsdale TEC Ally Blue Onset model since the Houston Open and has steadily climbed in the world rankings since then on the strength of a win and third-place finish in his last three tournaments. We’re excited he’s having such tremendous success with the new model and benefiting from the Eye Q alignment technology and the onset design. His choice to use the new putter further validates the performance golfers can expect when adding a Scottsdale TEC putter to their bag.”

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

126th U.S. Open Championship: Fact Sheet

Shinnecock Hills Golf Club will be set up at 7,440 yards and will play to a par of 70. 


The yardage for each round of the championship will vary due to course setup and conditions. 

2026 US Open at Shinnecock Hills: Championship Notes

Shinnecock Hills Golf Club is hosting the U.S. Open for the sixth time, having previously hosted in 1896, 1986, 1995, 2004, and 2018. In addition, it has hosted a U.S. Amateur (1896), U.S. Women’s Amateur (1900), a U.S. Senior Amateur (1967) and a Walker Cup (1977).


Most U.S. Opens hosted: Oakmont CC (10, most recently in 2025), Baltusrol GC (7, most recently in 1993), Shinnecock Hills GC (6, including this year), Oakland Hills CC (6, most recently in 1996), Pebble Beach GL (6, most recently in 2019) and Winged Foot GC (6, most recently in 2020).

USGA Announces Tee Times for 126th U.S. Open Championship

The United States Golf Association (USGA) announced tee times for the first two rounds of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Thursday (June 18) and Friday (June 19). 


Shinnecock Hills Golf Club will be set up at 7,440 yards and play to a par of 35-35—70. 

Monday, June 15, 2026

2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills: Notebook and Storylines

This is the 126th U.S. Open Championship and the 21st U.S. Open contested in New York. The Empire State has hosted 76 USGA championships overall.



Shinnecock Hills is the only course to have hosted the U.S. Open in three different centuries. 

Club Champion Offers Bonus Card Gift Card Promotion for Father's Day

Just in time for Father's Day, Club Champion, the nation's premier custom golf club fitter, is making it easier than ever to give the golfer in your life a gift they'll actually use. Now through June 22, customers will receive a 20% Bonus Cardwith every online Club Champion gift card purchase, making it the perfect gift for dads looking to play better golf this season.



Whether it's a Tour-level custom fitting or new equipment, Club Champion gift cards can be used toward nearly every aspect of the fitting experience. And for a limited time, golfers can maximize their visit even further with free club fittings when they purchase custom clubs, making now one of the best times of the year to invest in better performance.

Friday, June 12, 2026

Fujikura Begins New Chapter with Move to State of the Art Headquarters

Fujikura Composites America has marked another chapter in its journey by moving into its new state-of-the-art headquarters in Carlsbad, California. 


The significantly larger workspace for all aspects of the business will allow the industry leaders in composite shaft innovation to better serve its customers around the globe. 

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Titleist GTS3 Driver vs. Titleist GT3 Driver Comparative Review

Is the new Titleist GTS3 driver better than the previous model GT3?  Yes… and No.

Here’s an in-depth breakdown of the two drivers going head to head.

Callaway Announces Limited Edition Chrome Tour June Major Golf Balls.

Where major championship golf meets coastal tradition. The limited-edition Callaway Chrome Tour June Major features a refined, boating-inspired design that pays tribute to the Hamptons, delivering a clean, nautical look on every shot. 

Engineered for outstanding tour performance, the 2026 Chrome Tour is built with new speed technology for players who want exceptional ball speed, consistent flight, and precise greenside control. 

Bridgestone Golf Celebrates 250 Years of American Heritage with New USA 250 Capsule

Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, announced today the launch of its USA 250 Capsule to celebrate 250 years of American heritage through the lens of championship golf and Tour-level performance. Arriving just in time for the U.S. Open Championship, the patriotic capsule blends collector-level design with Bridgestone Golf’s industry-leading golf ball technology in one premium commemorative kit.


 

“The USA 250 Capsule is our way of celebrating America’s 250th anniversary through the game we love,” said David Vogrin, director of marketing for Bridgestone Golf. “By pairing a special-edition TOUR B RX with collectible accessories and patriotic styling, we created a package that commemorates this historic milestone while delivering the performance golfers expect from Bridgestone.”

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Turtleson Launches “Name A Polo After Your Dad” Contest for Father’s Day

Turtleson, creators of striking, sophisticated apparel for discerning customers, launched its “Name A Polo After Your Dad” contest just in time for Father’s Day. 



The contest is an open call for families to nominate dads for the opportunity to design a polo bearing their name and have it featured in Turtleson’s collection.

Sunday, June 7, 2026

Hollywood Ending for World No. 1 Korda at Riviera

World No. 1 Nelly Korda captured the 81st U.S. Women's Open Presented by Ally by a single stroke on Sunday at The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif., closing with a 2-under-par 69 for a 72-hole total of 8-under 276.



A year after tying for second at Erin Hills, the 27-year-old from Bradenton, Fla., captured her first USGA title. Korda took the outright lead for the first time with a 9-foot birdie on the par-5 17th, then holed a 3-foot par putt on the 72nd hole to edge Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez. The victory was the 19th of Korda's LPGA career and gave her the first two majors of 2026, lifting her to four major titles overall.

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Shake Up at Top at Riviera: World No. 1 Korda, S.Y. Kim 54-Hole Leaders

World No. 1 Nelly Korda and 2020 KPMG Women’s PGA champion Sei Young Kim share the lead at 6-under-par 207 heading into the final round of the 81st U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally at The Riviera Country Club.


 

Korda and Kim hold a one-stroke advantage over 2015 U.S. Women’s Open champion In Gee Chun and 2022 Chevron Championship winner Jennifer Kupcho, setting up a final-day leaderboard featuring four major champions at the top.

Friday, June 5, 2026

New Mom Alison Lee, Yin Top Crowded 36-Hole Leaderboard at Riviera

A tightly packed leaderboard emerged through 36 holes of the 81st U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally, with Alison Lee and Ruoning Yin sharing the lead at 4-under-par 138 at The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif.


 

Lee, competing on a deferred maternity leave exemption after the birth of her son, Levi, 13 months ago, followed an opening-round 70 with a 3-under 68. Yin, the 2023 KPMG Women’s PGA champion, posted a second consecutive 69.

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Kupcho Fires 66 for First-Round Lead at Riviera

Jennifer Kupcho carded a 5-under-par 66 on Thursday to take the first-round lead at the 81st U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally at The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif.


 

Kupcho, a four-time LPGA Tour winner and 2022 Chevron Championship winner, opened with three consecutive birdies and added a near-ace on the par-3 16th to finish one stroke ahead of 2020 KPMG Women’s PGA champion Sei Young Kim.

Odyssey Announces New Ai-Dual Jailbird Cruiser Putters

Odyssey’s new line of Ai-Dual putters features their latest and greatest Ai-Dual insert which delivers speed consistency across the face, incredible forward roll up and down the face, and amazing feel.



And now it’s available in the Tour-proven Cruiser design for more stability in the putting stroke.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Vessel 2026 Father's Day Gift Guide

From early tee times to work trips and weekends away, this year’s Vessel Golf Father’s Day collection focuses on products designed to move with him.

Thoughtfully engineered and built from premium materials, these are gifts that blend performance, craftsmanship, and everyday utility on and off the course.

PGAPappas Guest Review: Club Champion Putter Fitting

The winner of my Club Champion Putter Fitting and custom built putter giveaway in April had as great a fitting experience as I think anyone can have.  And the results he's been experiencing with his new putter have been legitimately game changing.


Chris (@CDelpra7 on X) was fit at the Club Champion studio in Warrensville Heights, Ohio and he was like the proverbial kid in a candy store.  Chris and his fitter Mike absolutely geeked out on all things putter fitting and as Chris is about to tell you the entire experience was incredibly educational and rewarding.

USGA Unveils Digital Experience Lineup for 81st U.S. Women's Open Presented by Ally

The USGA today announced a comprehensive suite of digital offerings for the 81st U.S. Women's Open Presented by Ally, giving fans around the world new ways to follow every shot, every round and every player at The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif., June 4-7.



“We want every fan, wherever they are, to feel the weight of what happens at Riviera this week,” said Jon Podany, chief championships officer, USGA. “We’re excited to provide a more personalized experience and enhanced ways to showcase every player in the field along with better demonstrating how they are playing the famed Riviera course.”

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

L.A.B. Golf IntroducesVZN.1i Putter

L.A.B. Golf, renowned for pioneering Lie Angle Balance (L.A.B.) technology in putting, has officially unveiled the next model in their

revolutionary lineup of putters, VZN.1i. VZN.1i combines Lie Angle Balance technology with alignment through geometry, giving golfers clear aim and added confidence on the greens.



VZN.1i was created with one goal in mind – optimizing alignment. The head is specifically designed to show where the face is pointed and intentionally positioned to help lock in on the target line, leading to improved aim and accuracy.

Wilson Golf Launches Stars and Stripes DUO Soft Golf Balls

Wilson Golf has launched he special edition DUO Soft Stars and Stripes balls just in time for the 4th of July.

The balls feature a red, white, and blue TRK360 alignment aid, with the classic DUO Soft logo bookended by blue stars. And on the front, the classic Wilson script logo is in red with the shield and player number in blue, while the packaging incorporates a rippling American flag to really stand out in stores.

81st U.S. Women's Open Presented by Ally Pre-Championship Notes

The Riviera Country Club is hosting the U.S. Women’s Open for the first time, having previously hosted the (men’s) U.S. Open in 1948. 


In addition, it has hosted two PGA Championships (1983, 1995), one U.S. Senior Open (1998) and one U.S. Amateur (2017).

Turtleson Releases Officially Licensed 126th U.S. Open Collection

Turtleson Apparel has released their officially licensed 126th U.S. Open collection.



With a number of best-sellers, Turtleson's 126th U.S. Open collection features items that are a must have for the golf and U.S. Open fans in your life.

USGA Announces Tee Times for 81st U.S. Women's Open Championship Presented by Ally

The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced tee times for the first two rounds of the 2026 U.S. Women's Open Championship Presented by Ally, Thursday (June 4) and Friday (June 5), at 6,699-yard, par 71 Riviera Country Club.


 

The U.S. Women's Open is a 72-hole, stroke-play competition. A field of 156 players will play 18 holes of stroke play on June 4 and 5, after which the field will be reduced to the low 60 scores and ties. Those player smaking the cut will play 18 holes on June 6 and 7. If there is a tie upon the completion of 72 holes, a two-hole aggregate playoff will immediately follow. If this playoff results in a tie, the tied players will immediately continue continue to play off hole-by-hole until the winner is determined.