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For Niemann, it's 71 solid holes, one thrown club and maybe a return trip for next year's US Open
By EDDIE PELLS, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — The U.S. Open summary for Joaquin Niemann looks like this: 71 holes of solid golf, one really bad one, a thrown club, a two-shot penalty and the willpower to not spend too much time wondering about what might have been. “If my grandmother had tires, she'd be a car,” Niema...
Key takeaway Open summary for Joaquin Niemann looks like this: 71 holes of solid golf, one really bad one, a thrown club, a two-shot penalty and the willpower to not spend too much time wondering about what might have been.
Why this matters in The McAllen
For golf enthusiasts in the Rio Grande Valley, Joaquin Niemann's performance at the U.S. Open is a notable event, given 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, and locals take pride in their own golfing traditions. Niemann's ability to maintain his composure after a tough break will likely resonate with Valley golfers who face their own challenges on the course. As the golf community in McAllen looks to the future, Niemann's determination and perseverance serve as a compelling example for young golfers in the area, many of whom may be inspired to pursue their own dreams of competing at the highest level. The Valley's golf fans will be watching to see if Niemann's experience at the U.S. Open will bring more attention to the sport in the region.
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Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) — The U.S. Open summary for Joaquin Niemann looks like this: 71 holes of solid golf, one really bad one, a thrown club, a two-shot penalty and the willpower to not spend too much time wondering about what might have been. “If my grandmother had tires, she'd be a car,” Niema...
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