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U.S. Open weekend storylines: Can anyone catch Wyndham Clark? How will Shinnecock play?
Who could chase Clark down? Will Shinnecock be harder Saturday and Sunday? We break down what to watch heading into the weekend at the 2026 U.S. Open.

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Wyndham Clark in control and more from Friday at Shinnecock Hills
Here are the top highlights from the second round of the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

TOP HEADLINES

A COSTLY MISTAKE
Schlabach: Joaquin Niemann's penalty could end up costing him

0:54
'I feel like I can beat anyone': Is Jackson Koivun ready for the PGA Tour?

MORE SUCCESS FOR SCHEFFLER?
Why Mark Schlabach expects a big week for Scottie Scheffler

1:40
Is Shinnecock Hills a favorable golf course for Scheffler?

0:50

PGA TOUR
U.S. Open odds: Wyndham Clark remains the favorite; Schauffele, Fitzpatrick next

Golf
Tee times for the third round of the 2026 U.S. Open

Top Headlines
- Clark sets 36-hole U.S. Open Shinnecock record
- Rory 7 back, says anything possible at Shinnecock
- DeChambeau misses cut in third straight major
- Niemann docked for club toss, rebounds with 65
- Jing Yan shoots 66 to lead Meijer LPGA Classic
- Day carted off course, exits Open with back injury
- ⛳ U.S. Open tiers: Ranking favorites, contenders

















