The 126th U.S. Open opens Thursday at Shinnecock Hills, New York, with a 156‑man field. Rory McIlroy, the 2015 Masters champion, starts early beside Ryder Cup teammates Tommy Fleetwood and Ludvig Åberg. Scottie Scheffler tees off at 8:14 am, chasing a career Grand Slam, while defending champ JJ Spaun and amateur Mason Howell follow ahead of the first round.

Play begins at 6:35 am, with a two‑tee start in operation over the first two days. The schedule lists players from every continent, including American stars and European qualifiers. Sky Sports Golf will broadcast every round, beginning at 12:30 pm UK time and running until after the final putt on Sunday. Coverage also includes the Amateur Championship and the LPGA Meijer Classic.

With McIlroy eyeing a second U.S. Open title and Scheffler aiming for the Grand Slam, the field shapes the 2026 majors calendar. Early starters such as Koepka, De Chambeau, and Rosenberg set the tone for a competitive first round. Fans will watch whether talent can overcome the demanding Links course, as the tournament dictates momentum for the rest of the season.