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2026 U.S. Open predictions, picks: One of these nine players will likely win at Shinnecock Hills

From a field of 156 players, these nine players make up the list of potential winners for the third major of 2026

2026 U.S. Open picks, odds: Expert predictions, favorites to win from massive Shinnecock Hills field

Who will win the U.S. Open? Our experts dive into all the twists and turns of the year's third major

Will Rory McIlroy complete evolution by earning redemption as U.S. Open returns to Shinnecock Hills?

McIlroy has matured and become far more strategic since his last encounter with this course

2026 U.S. Open field: Ranking top players from 1-26 at Shinnecock Hills; where do the stars fall?

Some of the biggest names in the sport are nowhere near the top of these field rankings for the third major championship of the year

2026 U.S. Open predictions, picks: Five trends that will determine the winner at Shinnecock Hills

A field of 156 players take to one of the most historic golf courses in the United States, but how many have a chance to win?

Who will win 2026 U.S. Open? Scottie Scheffler aims for career grand slam, Rory McIlroy eyes redemption

The U.S. Open returns to one of its toughest tests with plenty on the line for the massive field

Nelly Korda eyes career grand slam after claiming first U.S. Women's Open, second straight major victory

Korda now has four major titles in three of five such championships, building a résumé that continues to get longer and more impressive by the month

The Power 18 golf rankings: Jon Rahm, Ludvig Åberg continue rising ahead of U.S. Open 2026

The golf season is more than halfway over with a big shift among the top stars taking place

2026 RBC Canadian Open predictions, preview: Tommy Fleetwood, Sam Burns look to maintain momentum

Only four rounds separate players from the third major championship of the season

2026 Memorial Tournament leaderboard: Tommy Fleetwood in front early as Rory McIlroy bounces back

The Englishman sits atop the pack with two recent U.S. Open champions

2026 U.S. Women's Open preview: LPGA's top stars aim to conquer Riviera Country Club

A loaded U.S. Women's Open field visits a rare location for an LPGA tournament

Russell Henley discusses emotional win at Colonial that was fueled by falling short at The Masters, Ryder Cup

Henley has gotten the job done in an unorthodox way amid the modern game

2026 Memorial Tournament preview and predictions: Rory McIlroy returns as Scottie Scheffler eyes three-peat

The penultimate signature event on the PGA Tour calendar takes place this week at Jack's Place

2026 Charles Schwab Challenge leaderboard, scores: Tom Kim shows signs of life, Ludvig Åberg switches putters

A congested leaderboard has materialized after 18 holes of action at Colonial

2026 Charles Schwab Challenge preview and predictions: Can Ludvig Åberg or Rickie Fowler notch a victory?

A stout field arrives at one of the oldest venues on the PGA Tour's calendar

Patrick McDonald joined CBS Sports in 2022 after writing for NBC Sports and RyderCup.com. In addition to writing, Patrick co-hosts the Golf on CBS YouTube show and Sportsline's Early Wedge while also providing analysis on CBS Sports HQ. Before putting on his writer's hat, Patrick spent time in the consulting space with Deloitte and Booz Allen Hamilton. If you have questions about Sarbanes-Oxley, Agile Project Management or Xander Schauffele's career grand slam chances, reach out to Patrick on X @pmcdonaldCBS.

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