The US Open 2024 Preview

The United States Open Championship, commonly referred to as the US Open, is the annual national golf championship in the United States. It is the third of the four major championships in men's golf and is part of both the PGA Tour and the European Tour.

Since 1898, the competition has followed a format of 72 holes of stroke play, spread over four rounds on an 18-hole course, with the winner having the lowest total stroke count. Organized by the United States Golf Association (USGA), the US Open takes place in mid-June, typically concluding on the third Sunday, barring any weather interruptions. The tournament is hosted at various courses, each designed to be exceptionally challenging, emphasizing the importance of precise driving.

The 2024 United States Open Championship will mark the 124th edition of the US Open, the national golf championship of the United States. This 72-hole stroke play tournament is scheduled to take place from June 13 to 16 at course number 2 of the Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Notably, this event will also be the 1,000th championship staged by the United States Golf Association (USGA) in its history.

Venue Details

Pinehurst No 2, this year's venue, is the most renowned course at Pinehurst Resort, opened in 1907 and was designed by Donald Ross, who refined it until his death in 1948. The course is famous for its challenging green complexes, with many crowned greens causing missed shots to roll off, leaving difficult chips. Johnny Miller famously compared landing a shot on a Pinehurst green to "trying to hit a ball on top of a VW Beetle."

Originally without long rough, a 1974 redesign by RT Jones added thick Bermuda rough, which was removed in a 2010 restoration by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw to restore Ross's original design. Now, the course features hardpan sand and native scrub bordering the fairways. Pinehurst No. 2 has hosted numerous significant tournaments, including four men's majors and three US Amateurs. Upcoming US Opens are scheduled for 2024, 2029, 2035, 2041, and 2047 under a partnership with the USGA, designating Pinehurst as its first "anchor site."

The course is currently grassed with Tifway Bermuda tees and fairways and Champion Ultradwarf greens. Golf Digest ranked it the 29th best course in the US and 6th best public course, while Golf Magazine named it the 11th best in the country and the best in North Carolina.

Records

⛳️ Oldest champion: Hale Irwin in 1990 at 45 years, 15 days.

⛳️ Youngest champion: John McDermott in 1911 at 19 years, 315 days.

⛳️ Oldest player to make the cut: Sam Snead in 1973 at 61 years old. He tied for 29th place.

⛳️ Most consecutive victories: 3 by Willie Anderson 1903–1905.

⛳️ Most consecutive victorious attempts: 3 by Ben Hogan 1948, 1950–51.

⛳️ Most consecutive attempts in top 2: 5 by Bobby Jones 1922–1926.

⛳️ Most consecutive attempts in top 5: 6 by Willie Anderson 1901–1906.

⛳️ Most consecutive attempts in top 10: 16 by Ben Hogan 1940–1960 (next highest streak 7).

⛳️ Most runner-up finishes: Phil Mickelson – 6 (1999, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2009, 2013).

⛳️ Most consecutive Opens started: 44 by Jack Nicklaus from 1957 to 2000.

Check out more records here.

US Open 2024 Field

The US Open field consists of players who secure their spots either through qualifying tournaments or by meeting exemption criteria. These exemptions are granted to recent major winners, top performers in amateur tournaments, and high-ranking players worldwide. Qualifying involves two rounds: local and final, with certain players skipping straight to the final stage through exemptions.

Check out the full field for this year's event here.

Telecast & Live Streaming

In addition to the live broadcasts on NBC and USA Network, Peacock will provide daily live coverage, including multiple morning and afternoon featured groups. Go to Peacocktv.com/golf to learn more and sign up today.

Monday will also include the World Golf Hall of Fame ceremony for the Class of 2024 at the USGA’s Golf House in Pinehurst.

Check out the complete schedule here. 

FAQs

Q: When and where will the US Open take place?
A: The US Open will be held from the June 13-16 at the Pinehurst No 2 Golf Course.

Q: Where can we watch the live action?
A: Live coverage of the 2024 US Open will be available on NBC alongside multiple streaming apps.

Q: What's the prize money for the 2024 US Open?
A: The 2024 US Open has a $20 million total purse.

Q: Who's the defending champion of the US Open?
A: Wyndham Clark is the defending champion of the US Open.

Q: Who is the most successful player at the US Open?
A: Willie Anderson, Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus are the most successful players at the US Open with four titles each.