Rory backs USGA on greens


McIlroy welcomes the slower greens. — AFP

RORY McIlroy is happy to see the United States Golf Association slow the greens in the US Open with brutal winds testing top golfers at Shinnecock Golf Club in New York.

After talk of losing the course in 2004 and 2018 when the US Open was played at Shinnecock with gusting winds and lightning-fast greens, the USGA slowed the speed of the putting surfaces in the opening round from where they were earlier in the week.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Golf

Mickelson’s lawyer says he resigned from club after misconduct
Governing bodies delay ruling on golf ball
Mirabel climbs to No. 1
LIV Golf running on loans to finish 2026 season
Putt in the wind with steady base, true roll
Clark in control
TaylorMade launch new Spider Tour Line in striking torched finish
Golf-Clark looks to build halfway lead in promising US Open campaign
Golf-Clark hopes to close door on locker saga at Shinnecock Hills
Golf-Clark in command at US Open halfway mark

Others Also Read