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Shinnecock Hills has a troubling history for 36-hole US Open leaders
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: DOUG FERGUSON, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 20, 2026
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Key takeaway Over the past 40 years, no leader at the halfway point has gone on to win the tournament.
In the US Open, a notable trend has emerged at Shinnecock Hills. Over the past 40 years, no leader at the halfway point has gone on to win the tournament. This historical context is relevant as a new leader has emerged.
Wyndham Clark currently holds a four-shot lead, a position that has not yielded a winner in recent decades. For example, Dustin Johnson previously held a similar lead eight years ago, but did not ultimately win. Further details about the US Open and its current standings are available from ValleyCentral, providing updates on the tournament's progress and the challenges faced by its competitors.
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Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? In the US Open, a notable trend has emerged at Shinnecock Hills. Over the past 40 years, no leader at the halfway point has gone on to win the tournament. This historical context is relevant as a new…
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