Rory McIlroy tees off at 12:52 BST on Thursday, launching his bid for a second US Open title at historic Shinnecock Hills. The 2011 champion joins Ryder Cup teammates Tommy Fleetwood and Ludvig Aberg for the opening two rounds. With the field stacked, McIlroy’s early start places him in a high‑profile group that could set the tournament’s tone for fans.

World number one Scottie Scheffler tees out at 13:14, partnered with defending champion JJ Spaun. A victory would crown him the seventh player to achieve a career Grand Slam, adding historic weight to his already dominant season. Nearby, England’s Aaron Rai, fresh from a PGA Championship win, joins Collin Morikawa and Jason Day at 18:14, creating another marquee pairing.

Former champions Justin Rose, Jordan Spieth and 2021 winner Jon Rahm depart at 19:09, while Matt Fitzpatrick, the 2022 champion, starts with Bryson De Chambeau and Viktor Hovland at 18:25. Their placements ensure that each round features multiple major winners, promising early leaderboard volatility. Shinnecock’s demanding layout will test every contender, and Thursday’s tee‑times set the stage for a tightly contested championship.