US Open explainer: The history, the course, the odds and TV times ahead of the first round at Shinnecock Hills

Scottie Scheffler downplays career grand slam motivation ahead of the 2026 US Open at Shinnecock Hills, where he could make history on his 30th birthday.

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US Open explainer: The history, the course, the odds and TV times ahead of the first round at Shinnecock Hills

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Scottie Scheffler tells one truth and a lie ahead of what could be a historic US Open at Shinnecock Hills

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Scottie Scheffler downplays career grand slam motivation ahead of the 2026 US Open at Shinnecock Hills, where he could make history on his 30th birthday.

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