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Shinnecock Hills study starts before US Open practice rounds to avoid long waits
Players arrived early for quieter rounds as officials and golfers tried to avoid practice-day congestion that can stretch nine holes past three hours.
- Top golfers including Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth are arriving early at Shinnecock Hills to avoid crowded practice sessions typical of the Open.
- Practice rounds at major championships have become increasingly slow and crowded, forcing athletes to seek quieter time by playing the course before official practice sessions begin.
- Justin Thomas described the environment as "terrible," saying the Open and PGA Championship are "the worst" because practice feels like range work rather than productive preparation.
- Rory McIlroy noted that "too many people inside the ropes" during crowded rounds feel unproductive; Jon Rahm visited early to prepare for course conditions without tournament-week distractions.
- Jack Nicklaus long advocated this strategy, completing practice the week before majors to avoid waiting for others and ensure he knew his plan before tournament week.
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Independent EspañolSOUTHAMPTON, New York, USA (AP) — The U.S. Open brought a lot of wind and not so much activity for a Monday, which is typical today in the practice rounds of majors moving to a field...
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