Mickelson at Chambers Bay Faces Open Challenge
Tim Dahlberg notes the USGA Open at Chambers Bay draws fans despite limited sightlines and high promotion. Phil Mickelson aims to complete a career grand slam while Dustin Johnson and Henrik Stenson post strong 65s and the USGA weighs course tweaks and TV deal implications.
Amateurs Shine in U S Open Opener at Chambers Bay
Amateurs led by Ollie Schniederjans and Brian Campbell posted solid rounds at Chambers Bay with Schniederjans finishing 1 under and tied for fourth while Campbell closed at 4 under after a late surge. Nick Hardy and Denny McCarthy followed at even and 1 over respectively. Martin Kaymer opened with 2 over as Fowler slumped to 81 amid majors pressure. Putnam and Hammer also battled nerves and rough holes in the first round.
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U S Open Opens Strong On Chambers Bay Course
Dustin Johnson and Henrik Stenson lead at five under 65 as Rickie Fowler and Jordan Spieth chase. Tiger Woods struggles to an 80 while Phil Mickelson fights to stay in contention amid tough greens and shifting tees.
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McIlroy struggles on bumpy Chambers Bay greens in U S Open
Rory McIlroy, the world number one, shot 2 over 72 on Thursday as he battled the bumpy Chambers Bay greens. He praised his ball striking but criticized putting, saying he should have converted more chances and that a low round is possible if he holes out. He noted early leaders Henrik Stenson and Dustin Johnson at 5 under.
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