Name: Running with Rick: Three bets to target at U.S. Open
Uploaded: 2026-06-16T14:47:09.000Z
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Description: 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.

In the opening round of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Scottie Scheffler goes upstairs with a chip shot on the par-5 5th hole, which sets up his birdie.

Scottie Scheffler steals birdie with spinny chip on No. 5 at U.S. Open

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Scottie Scheffler explains why completing the career Grand Slam isn't his motivation, saying he is committed to becoming the best version of himself while enjoying the competition rather than feeling like he has to win.

Scottie Scheffler on chasing career Grand Slam

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.

Running with Rick: Three bets to target at U.S. Open

Check out the best Shots of the Week from the 2026 the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, featuring unbelievable putts from Ryan Gerard and Jordan Spieth, chip-ins from Aaron Rai and Eric Cole, plus an unreal flop shot from Denny McCarthy.

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Following the 2026 the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, PGATOUR.COM’s Paul Hodowanic shares his top five things to remember from Muirfield Village, including J.T. Poston’s impressive victory, Ryan Gerard’s heartbreaking defeat and tough weeks for both Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy.

The Five: Things to remember from the Memorial

In the final round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 549-yard, par-5 15th traveled 301 yards into the left intermediate rough, leaving 255 yards to the hole. His 257-yard shot from the rough landed on the left green 8 feet 1 inch from the cup. Scheffler missed a 10-foot 2-inch putt, finishing 22 inches away, and made the 22-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler reaches par-5 No. 15 in two, makes birdie at the Memorial

In the final round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's drive on the 549-yard, par-5 15th hole went 303 yards into the right rough, leaving 242 yards to the hole. His 126-yard shot from the rough found the right fairway, and his 114-yard approach landed on the left green 11 feet 3 inches from the cup. Åberg made the 11-foot 3-inch putt for birdie.

Ludvig Åberg's 114-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 15 at the Memorial

In the final round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 445-yard, par-4 sixth hole traveled 319 yards into the right fairway, his 123-yard approach landed on the right green 7 feet 8 inches from the hole, and he made the 7-foot 8-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler's 123-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 6 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's tee shot on the 224-yard, par-3 16th hole landed on the left green 6 feet 8 inches from the cup, and he made the 6-foot-8-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler hits tee shot to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 16 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's 260-yard shot from the fairway on the par-5 hole landed on the left green 39 feet from the cup. His first putt from 42 feet 11 inches came up short, stopping 5 feet 1 inch away, and he made the 5-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler sinks 5-foot putt for birdie on No. 15 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 483-yard, par-4 10th hole traveled 339 yards into the right fairway, leaving 141 yards to the hole. His 141-yard approach landed on the right green 8 feet 4 inches from the cup, and he made the 8-foot-4-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler's 141-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 10 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 578-yard, par-5 seventh hole traveled 313 yards into the right intermediate rough, leaving 258 yards to the hole. His 256-yard shot from the fairway landed on the right green, finishing 8 feet 3 inches from the cup.

Scottie Scheffler reaches par-5 No. 7 in two, makes eagle at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 454-yard, par-4 sixth traveled 296 yards into the right fairway, his 160-yard approach landed on the left green 26 feet 5 inches from the hole, and he made the 26-foot-5-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler drains 26-foot birdie putt on No. 6 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's tee shot on the 224-yard, par-3 16th hole landed on the left green, 7 feet 11 inches from the cup, and he made the putt for birdie.

Ludvig Åberg hits tee shot to 8 feet, sets up birdie on No. 16 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 516-yard, par-5 fifth hole traveled 279 yards into the left fairway, leaving 247 yards to the hole. His 241-yard shot from the fairway found the right fairway, settling 62 feet 4 inches from the pin. Scheffler's 60-foot-5-inch shot from the fairway landed on the left green 2 feet 2 inches away, and he made the 2-foot-2-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler sinks 2-foot birdie putt on No. 5 at the Memorial

In the third round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's drive on the 578-yard, par-5 seventh hole traveled 299 yards into the right fairway, his 275-yard approach landed on the left green 44 feet 11 inches from the hole, and he two-putted for par.

Ludvig Åberg reaches par-5 No. 7 in two, makes birdie at the Memorial

In the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2026, Ludvig Åberg makes birdie on the par-3 4th hole.

Ludvig Åberg makes birdie on No. 4 at the Memorial

Following his second-round 72 at the 2026 the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, Scottie Scheffler talks about making the cut, battling a tough ball-striking day and keeping himself in contention heading into the weekend at Muirfield Village.

Scottie Scheffler on grinding through one of his toughest rounds in years

In the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2026, Scottie Scheffler makes birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

Scottie Scheffler sinks a 40-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at the Memorial

In the second round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 564-yard, par-5 15th traveled 276 yards into the right fairway, leaving 285 yards to the hole. His 186-yard shot from the fairway found the left fairway 101 yards from the pin, and his 98-yard approach landed on the left green 21 feet 8 inches from the cup. Scheffler made the 21-foot-8-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler sinks 22-foot birdie putt on No. 15 at the Memorial

In the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2026, Scottie Scheffler makes birdie on the par-4 13th hole.

Scottie Scheffler makes birdie on No. 13 at the Memorial

In the second round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's tee shot on the 157-yard, par-3 12th hole landed on the left side of the green, 21 feet 7 inches from the cup, and he made the 21-foot-7-inch putt for birdie.

Ludvig Åberg sinks 22-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at the Memorial

In the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2026, Ludvig Åberg makes birdie on the par-5 11th hole.

Ludvig Åberg makes birdie on No. 11 at the Memorial

In the second round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's drive on the 470-yard, par-4 second hole went 354 yards into the right fairway, his 114-yard approach landed on the right green 9 feet 7 inches from the hole, and he made the 9-foot-7-inch putt for birdie.

Ludvig Åberg's 114-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 2 at the Memorial

In the opening round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 493-yard, par-4 17th hole traveled 316 yards into the right bunker, his 177-yard approach from the fairway bunker landed in the right intermediate rough 15 feet 6 inches from the hole, and he made the 15-foot-6-inch shot for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler holes 16-foot shot from rough for birdie on No. 17 at the Memorial

In the opening round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's drive on the 557-yard, par-5 15th hole traveled 312 yards into the right intermediate rough, leaving 242 yards to the pin. His 262-yard shot from the rough found the left rough, finishing 63 feet 9 inches from the hole. Åberg's 65-foot 3-inch shot from the primary rough landed on the right green 3 feet 6 inches from the cup, and he made the 3-foot 6-inch putt for birdie.

Ludvig Åberg sinks 4-foot birdie putt on No. 15 at the Memorial

In the opening round of the 2026 Memorial, Scottie Scheffler's drive on the 589-yard, par-5 seventh hole went 296 yards into the right fairway, his 255-yard fairway shot left 37 yards to the hole, and his 35-yard approach landed on the left green 7 feet 9 inches from the cup. Scheffler made the 7-foot 9-inch putt for birdie.

Scottie Scheffler makes birdie on No. 7 at the Memorial

In the opening round of the 2026 Memorial, Ludvig Åberg's drive on the 589-yard, par-5 seventh hole went 310 yards into the right fairway, his 287-yard shot from the fairway landed on the left side leaving 42 feet 10 inches to the hole, his 59-foot 9-inch shot from the fairway settled on the left green 16 feet 7 inches from the cup, and he made the 16-foot 7-inch putt for birdie.

Ludvig Åberg drains 17-foot birdie putt on No. 7 at the Memorial

In the opening round of the 2026 Memorial, Jordan Spieth's drive on the 453-yard, par-4 sixth hole traveled 305 yards into the right rough, leaving 149 yards to the hole. His 145-yard approach landed on the right green 62 feet 11 inches from the cup, and he made the 62-foot-11-inch putt for birdie.

Jordan Spieth sinks 63-foot birdie putt on No. 6 at the Memorial

Prior to the 2026 the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, Scottie Scheffler reacts to a compliment from Jack Nicklaus on his mental game and expands on how his mind is one of his greatest tools when approaching a demanding test like Muirfield Village.

Scottie Scheffler on his mind being one of his biggest strengths

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In the opening round of the 2026 U.S. Open, Wyndham Clark sets up an eagle on the par-5 5th hole with his approach shot.

Wyndham Clark sets up eagle on No. 13 at the U.S. Open

In the opening round of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, there were near aces, big-name birdies and some amazing golf shots Thursday at Shinnecock Hills.

Round 1 highlights from U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills

In the opening round of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Rory McIlroy hits his 196-yard approach shot on the par-5 5th hole to set up an eagle putt and move to 1-under par.

Rory McIlroy sets up eagle putt on No. 5 at U.S. Open

Following Round 1 of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Rory McIlroy talks about how he has to change his approach to his own game to succeed at majors, and the kind of test he faced at a difficult Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in his opening-round effort of 1-under 69.

Rory McIlroy on needing to change approach for majors

Rick Gehman joins the Golfbet team to update the betting board after Thursday at Shinnecock and predict who can make a move on the leaderboard at the 2026 U.S. Open Championship.

Golfbet Recap: Updating bets after Thursday at US Open

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, John Bodenhamer of the USGA says Thursday at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club could resemble the windy 1992 championship at Pebble Beach, with the forecast calling for sustained winds of 12-24 mph and gusts that could approach 40 mph throughout the day.

USGA's John Bodenhamer on expected wind conditions at Shinnecock Hills

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, Justin Rose reflects on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club across the 2004, 2018 and 2026 championships, explaining why the iconic venue is always presented in major-championship condition.

Justin Rose compares 2026 Shinnecock Hills to 2018, 2004 

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, 17-year-old Miles Russell discusses making his first career major start, explaining why self-control, limiting practice and conserving energy are key to preparing for the week.

Miles Russell on preparation for first career major start

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, Adam Scott reflects on his remarkable streak of 100 consecutive major championship starts, which began in 2001. The 14-time PGA TOUR winner puts his knowledge to the test with trivia from the year it all started. 

Adam Scott takes on 2001 trivia

J.J. Spaun’s life changed after winning the 2025 U.S. Open. Ahead of the 2026 U.S Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, the 35-year-old reflects on his incredible winning putt and his journey to breaking through at Oakmont Country Club.

J.J. Spaun reflects on incredible win at 2025 U.S. Open

To celebrate Adam Scott's 100th consecutive major start ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, fellow Australian Min Woo Lee rates some of Scott's best (and worst) major championship outfits from throughout his career.

Min Woo Lee rates Adam Scott's major championship looks through the years

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, Brooks Koepka discusses his current form as he returns to Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, comparing it to 2018 when he captured the second of his back-to-back titles at the championship.

Brooks Koepka on form ahead of return to Shinnecock Hills

Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Open, Adam Scott reflects on reaching the milestone of 100 consecutive major championship starts, discusses the focus required to sustain the streak over 25 years and shares whether he believes he can approach Jack Nicklaus’ record of 146 straight major appearances.

Adam Scott on playing in 100th consecutive major championship

Rick Gehman and Chris Breece break down Xander Schauffele's recent struggles on the greens and explain why he could break out of that slump this week at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

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Wyndham Clark sets up eagle on No. 13 at the U.S. Open

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Rory McIlroy sets up eagle putt on No. 5 at U.S. Open

Rory McIlroy on needing to change approach for majors

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USGA's John Bodenhamer on expected wind conditions at Shinnecock Hills

Justin Rose compares 2026 Shinnecock Hills to 2018, 2004

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J.J. Spaun reflects on incredible win at 2025 U.S. Open

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The Five: Things to remember from the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler reaches par-5 No. 15 in two, makes birdie at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg's 114-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 15 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler's 123-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 6 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler hits tee shot to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 16 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler sinks 5-foot putt for birdie on No. 15 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler's 141-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 10 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler reaches par-5 No. 7 in two, makes eagle at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler drains 26-foot birdie putt on No. 6 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg hits tee shot to 8 feet, sets up birdie on No. 16 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler sinks 2-foot birdie putt on No. 5 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg reaches par-5 No. 7 in two, makes birdie at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg makes birdie on No. 4 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler on grinding through one of his toughest rounds in years

Scottie Scheffler sinks a 40-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler sinks 22-foot birdie putt on No. 15 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler makes birdie on No. 13 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg sinks 22-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg makes birdie on No. 11 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg's 114-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 2 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler holes 16-foot shot from rough for birdie on No. 17 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg sinks 4-foot birdie putt on No. 15 at the Memorial

Scottie Scheffler makes birdie on No. 7 at the Memorial

Ludvig Åberg drains 17-foot birdie putt on No. 7 at the Memorial

Jordan Spieth sinks 63-foot birdie putt on No. 6 at the Memorial

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