Winners and Losers From Second Round of the 2026 U.S. Open: An Ugly Day for LIV Golf
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Wyndham Clark leads the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills with a historic 36-hole score of 133, holding a four-stroke advantage entering the weekend.
- Joaquin Niemann received a two-stroke penalty for throwing a club, marking a rare instance of a player making the cut after an 11-plus score on a single hole.
- Dustin Johnson struggled significantly in the second round, shooting a 77 and falling to three-over par, continuing a trend of poor major performances since joining LIV Golf.
- Jon Rahm missed the cut after a disappointing eight-over 78 in the second round, contrasting with his strong start and recent PGA Championship form.
- Young talent Miles Russell, aged 17, made the cut and will play the weekend rounds, marking an impressive achievement for the upcoming Florida State freshman.
