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Scheffler Seeks Career Grand Slam at U.S. Open as Shinnecock Hills Hosts Third Major

Scottie Scheffler pursues the career grand slam at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, where a victory would complete his set of major championship titles. The third major of the season features a strong field including Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, and Jon Rahm across Thursday's tee times.


Quick Facts
Who
Scottie Scheffler
What
U.S. Open golf tournament
When
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Where
Shinnecock Hills
- U.S. Open golf tournament
- Scottie Scheffler seeking career grand slam
- First round play on Thursday
- Betting favorite announced
- Defending champion in field
The U.S. Open is underway at Shinnecock Hills, New York, marking the third major championship of the season. Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite and has a historic opportunity on the line: a victory would secure the career grand slam, the final piece of golf's most prestigious achievement. Scheffler has already won four major championships—twice at the Masters and once each at the British Open and PGA Championship—leaving only the U.S. Open to complete the set.
Scheffler was paired with amateur Mason Howell and defending champion J.J. Spaun for Thursday morning's opening round. The field includes other notable competitors, with Rory McIlroy teeing off at 7:52 a.m. alongside Ludvig Aberg and Tommy Fleetwood. Other prominent players competing include Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas, Hideki Matsuyama, and Xander Schauffele, with tee times scheduled throughout the day beginning at 6:30 a.m. ET.
DeChambeau, a LIV Golf member, is competing in his third consecutive major after missing the cut at his previous two starts. He was paired with Viktor Hovland and Matt Fitzpatrick for the afternoon wave. Rahm, another LIV Golf member who finished second at the PGA Championship, was grouped with Justin Rose and Jordan Spieth. The tournament will continue through Sunday, with live coverage available on USA Network, Peacock, and NBC Sports Network.
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Why This Matters
Scheffler's pursuit of the career grand slam represents one of golf's most compelling narratives—completing a feat achieved by only a select few players in history. For readers who follow professional golf, this tournament marks a defining moment that will determine whether one of the sport's most dominant players achieves legendary status. The outcome also carries implications for major championship records and the broader competitive landscape of professional golf.
Timeline & Sources
Jun 18, 2026
WireU.S. Open first round at Shinnecock Hills begins with Scheffler seeking career grand slam
Jun 18, 2026
WireRory McIlroy tees off at 7:52 a.m. ET with Ludvig Aberg and Tommy Fleetwood
Jun 18, 2026
WireScottie Scheffler tees off at 8:14 a.m. ET with Mason Howell and defending champion J.J. Spaun
Jun 18, 2026
WireBryson DeChambeau tees off at 1:25 p.m. ET with Viktor Hovland and Matt Fitzpatrick