Wyndham Clark survived a tense final-day examination at Shinnecock Hills to claim the 126th US Open and secure his second Major championship in four years.

Rory McIlroy opened his 2026 U.S. Open campaign with a composed one-under-par 69 in a punishing first round at Shinnecock Hills, as Wyndham Clark surged into a commanding lead and Ireland’s challenge made a mixed start in difficult conditions.

Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy is confident European golf can maintain its dominance on the Major stage as he targets a long-awaited second US Open title at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club this week.

Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell’s qualified for the US, coming through a final 36-hole qualifier in Dallas to secure his place at Shinnecock Hills next month.