Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, 2023 champion Wyndham Clark explains why playing from the fairway, finding the right spots on Shinnecock Hills' challenging greens and excelling in lag putting will separate the eventual champion from the field.

Wyndham Clark on keys to success at Shinnecock Hills

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, 2022 champion Matt Fitzpatrick shares why he enjoys these historic venues, explaining how the tight, firm and challenging setup at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club matches the traditional grit and prestige he envisions for a major championship.

Matt Fitzpatrick on why Shinnecock Hills fits U.S. Open

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, defending champion J.J. Spaun explains how he has prepared for the wind on Long Island by dialing in low-flighted iron shots, working on creative shot-shaping, and focusing on carry numbers as he looks to conquer firm conditions awaiting the field at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

J.J. Spaun on preparing for Shinnecock Hills test ahead of title defense

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, Jackson Koivun explains his preparation process for his second U.S. Open start at an unfamiliar course, including watching YouTube videos from the 2018 edition and focusing on chipping and putting practice while learning the golf course in person.

Jackson Koivun on preperation process for Shinnecock Hills

In 2018, Bud Cauley was involved in a life-threatening car accident that derailed his career. Months later, while recovering, he met his now-wife, Kristi. Had the accident not happened, he might never have been home to meet her. 
“The worst thing that’s ever happened to me led to the best thing that’s ever happened,” he said. Eight years later in his 239th career start on TOUR, Cauley won his first PGA TOUR title at the 2026 RBC Canadian Open.

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Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, Rory McIlroy explains the fine line between a difficult and unfair course setup, why good shots should be rewarded and bad shots punished and how softer greens can sometimes make the short game even more challenging than firm, fast conditions.

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Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Golfbet contributor Rick Gehman highlights three players worth backing in finishing-position markets as the world's best prepare to face Shinnecock Hills.

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Pat Mayo joins the Golfbet team to go over the keys to filling out your betting card at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club for the 2026 U.S. Open.

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Follow 2026 RBC Canadian Open winner Bud Cauley after his first PGA TOUR victory as he celebrates on the 18th green with his family.

Mic'd up with Bud Cauley after winning RBC Canadian Open

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Matt Fitzpatrick's drive on the 567-yard, par-5 18th hole went 338 yards into the left fairway, leaving 221 yards to the pin. His 225-yard approach landed on the left green 11 feet 10 inches from the hole, and he made the 11-foot-10-inch putt for eagle.

Matt Fitzpatrick sinks 12-foot eagle putt on No. 18 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Wyndham Clark's tee shot on the 124-yard, par-3 14th landed on the left side of the green, 22 feet 1 inch from the hole, and he made the 22-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark sinks 22-foot birdie putt on No. 14 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Viktor Hovland's 311-yard drive on the 418-yard, par-4 15th hole found the left fairway, leaving 122 yards to the hole. His 113-yard approach from the fairway landed in the right fairway 27 feet 11 inches from the cup, and he made the 27-foot-11-inch shot for birdie.

Viktor Hovland's 28-foot approach sets up birdie on No. 15 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Jimmy Stanger's drive on the 358-yard, par-4 12th traveled 270 yards into the left fairway, leaving 85 yards to the hole. His 79-yard approach landed on the left green 20 feet 10 inches from the cup, and he made the 20-foot-10-inch putt for birdie.

Jimmy Stanger sinks 21-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Sudarshan Yellamaraju's drive on the 358-yard, par-4 12th traveled 288 yards into the left rough, leaving 64 yards to the hole. His 71-yard approach landed on the left green 26 feet from the cup, and he made the 26-foot putt for birdie.

Sudarshan Yellamaraju sinks 26-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Aldrich Potgieter's tee shot on the 124-yard, par-3 14th hole landed on the left side of the green, 22 feet 10 inches from the cup, and he made the 22-foot-10-inch putt for birdie.

Aldrich Potgieter sinks 23-foot birdie putt on No. 14 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Viktor Hovland's tee shot on the 223-yard, par-3 seventh hole landed on the right green, 22 feet 2 inches from the cup, and he made the 22-foot-2-inch putt for birdie.

Viktor Hovland sinks 22-foot birdie putt on No. 7 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Jimmy Stanger's drive on the 438-yard, par-4 third hole traveled 304 yards into the left fairway, his 125-yard approach landed on the left green 31 feet 8 inches from the hole, and he made the 31-foot-8-inch putt for birdie.

Jimmy Stanger sinks 32-foot birdie putt on No. 3 at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2026 RBC Canadian, Jimmy Stanger's drive on the 458-yard, par-4 second hole traveled 285 yards, leaving 176 yards to the pin. His 171-yard approach landed on the left green 43 feet 6 inches from the hole, and he made the 43-foot-6-inch putt for birdie.

Jimmy Stanger sinks 44-foot birdie putt on No. 2 at RBC Canadian

Check out the five best bets that cashed at the RBC Canadian Open, featuring aces from Christiaan Bezuidenhout and David Lipsky, clutch putts from Brice Garnett and Jimmy Stanger, and Bud Cauley’s winning putt.

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It's creator versus professional as Grant Horvat takes on Korn Ferry Tour pro Andrew Kozan in a shot-shaping challenge prior to the 2026 BMW Charity Pro-Am.

Grant Horvat takes on Korn Ferry Tour pro Andrew Kozan in shot-shaping challenge 

Watch as Ryan Fox relives his iconic 3-wood approach on the fourth playoff hole at the 2025 RBC Canadian Open. Fox reflects on his decision-making and explains why he believes it to be the best shot of his career.  

Ryan Fox relives iconic approach from 2025 RBC Canadian Open win

Before making his professional debut at the 2026 RBC Canadian Open, get to know University of Virginia’s Ben James, who became one of the school’s greatest players of all time, led the Cavaliers to their first ACC title in 2025 and finished No. 1 on PGA TOUR University in 2026. 

Get to know PGA TOUR University No. 1 Ben James before RBC Canadian Open

Revisit Nick Taylor's historic victory at the 2023 RBC Canadian Open, when he became the first Canadian in 69 years to win the country's national championship and what it meant to finally break the long-standing curse on home soil.

Nick Taylor's iconic win at the 2023 RBC Canadian Open

In 2024, Luke Clanton recorded four top-10 finishes as an amateur and quickly secured his PGA TOUR card at age 21. After turning professional at the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Clanton has struggled during the 2026 season and sits well outside the top 100 in the FedExCup standings. The 22-year-old reflects on a challenging year and explains why his confidence remains as strong as ever.

Luke Clanton reflects on difficult first year on PGA TOUR

The last three PGA TOUR winners all missed the cut at the PGA Championship. Will the pattern continue north of the border? Golfbet experts Chris Breece and Will Gray break down their picks for who might extend the streak at the RBC Canadian Open.

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Golfbet contributor Rick Gehman has three host country favorites in three markets you should bet on this week at the 2026 RBC Canadian Open.

Running with Rick: Three Canadians to back at RBC Canadian Open

Ahead of his debut at the 2026 RBC Canadian Open, Ben James' Virginia golf teammates tell fans why they should root for him as he begins his pro career on the PGA TOUR.

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