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After missing his putt on the 18th hole, Sam Burns comes up one shot short at the US Open
By STEPHEN WHYNO, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Sam Burns tossed his putter aside, fell to his palms and then down to his knees. The crowd around him groaned. He was that close to sinking a birdie putt on the 18th hole to tie leader Wyndham Clark at the U.S. Open and instead missed just right by a half-inch [...]
Key takeaway He was that close to sinking a birdie putt on the 18th hole to tie leader Wyndham Clark at the U.
Why this matters in The McAllen
For golf enthusiasts in the Rio Grande Valley, Sam Burns' near miss at the US Open is a stark reminder of the region's own thriving golf scene. The McAllen area is home to several top-notch golf courses that attract visitors from across the country. While Burns' disappointment is felt by fans nationwide, local golfers can appreciate the razor-thin margin that separated him from a tie for the lead. The Valley's own golf community likely watched with bated breath as Burns lined up his putt, knowing that such a small difference can make all the difference in competition. As the US Open wraps up, attention will turn to local golf tournaments and events, where Valley residents can test their own skills and perhaps learn from the disappointments and triumphs of professionals like Sam Burns.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — Sam Burns tossed his putter aside, fell to his palms and then down to his knees. The crowd around him groaned. He was that close to sinking a birdie putt on the 18th hole to tie leader Wyndham Clark at the U.S. Open and instead missed just right by a half-inch [...]
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