2026 U.S. Open: Everything You Need to Know

The third major championship of the golf season arrives at historic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, June 18-21.

The 2026 U.S. Open is scheduled from June 18-21 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York. The par-70 course is hosting the U.S. Open for the sixth time, with 156 players competing for the championship.

This year's U.S. Open follows the PGA Championship, won by Aaron Rai at Aronimink Golf Club (May 14-17). Previous U.S. Open winners include J.J. Spaun (2025) and Wyndham Clark (2024).

Top Contenders

Scottie Scheffler – The Favorite

Listed as the betting favorite, Scheffler is the world number one with four major championships. He has recorded four top-10 finishes in his last five U.S. Open appearances and ranks in the top 10 in various tee-to-green metrics. A win would give him the career grand slam.

Rory McIlroy

McIlroy completed the career grand slam in 2025. He has maintained consistent performance at U.S. Opens since 2018 and is aiming to win for the first time in 15 years. However, his driver performance has been inconsistent in 2026.

Jon Rahm

A LIV Golf member who recently finished second at the 2026 PGA Championship. Rahm ranks in the top 15 for tee-to-green metrics over the last three months.

Xander Schauffele

A two-time major champion who has not yet won a full tournament in 2026. He has finished in the top 10 at both the Masters and PGA Championship this year.

Course History & Key Names

• Tommy Fleetwood: Shot a 63 in the final round of the 2018 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.
• Matt Fitzpatrick: Winner of the 2022 U.S. Open and runner-up at the 2026 Canadian Open.
• Brooks Koepka: Winner of the 2018 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, returning to the site of his victory.

Key Pairings & Tee Times (Thursday, June 18)

All times Eastern; * denotes 10th tee start

Television & Streaming Schedule (All times Eastern)

Thursday, June 18 (Round 1)

• TV: 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on USA Network
• Late streaming: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on NBC Sports Network (also on Peacock)
• Featured Groups: 7:30 a.m. on USOpen.com and U.S. Open mobile app

Friday, June 19 (Round 2)

• Early TV: 6:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on NBC Sports Network
• TV: 1:30 – 7:30 p.m. on NBC
• Featured Groups: 7:30 a.m. on USOpen.com and U.S. Open mobile app

Saturday, June 20 (Round 3)

• Early TV: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on USA Network
• TV: 12:00 – 8:00 p.m. on NBC
• Featured Groups: Time TBA

Sunday, June 21 (Round 4)

• Early TV: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on USA Network
• TV: 12:00 – 7:00 p.m. on NBC
• Featured Groups: Time TBA

Additional Player Notes

• Russell Henley: First-round leader in the 2018 U.S. Open and winner at Colonial Country Club earlier in 2026. He has four top-15 finishes in his last five U.S. Open appearances.
• Harris English: Three top-10 finishes in his last six U.S. Opens.
• Bryson DeChambeau: High-profile LIV Golf member, grouped with Viktor Hovland and Matt Fitzpatrick.
• Patrick Reed: Finished in the top 15 at both the Masters and PGA Championship in 2026.

Betting Information

Scottie Scheffler is listed as the betting favorite. Odds from various sportsbooks: