Amateur Miles Russell, 17, made the cut at the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on Sunday, June 21. He played alongside Jackson Koivun in one pairing described as the ‘future of golf.’ Golf historians marked the achievement for a teenager competing among top pros. Russell, a friend of Tiger Woods’ son, completed the third round on the same day and stays in contention. The pairing’s combined youth and skill drew attention as Russell kept pace with seasoned competitors. His progress through that tournament continues to draw eyes beyond his amateur status.
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Amateur stars Russell and Koivun play together in the US Open's 'future of golf' pairing - WBRC
Amateur stars Russell and Koivun play together in the US Open's 'future of golf' pairing WBRC
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'It would mean everything': Shrewsbury's Kelley eyes U.S. Amateur - AOL.com
'It would mean everything': Shrewsbury's Kelley eyes U.S. Amateur AOL.com
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2026 U.S. Open tee times, pairings: Complete schedule for Round 4 on Sunday at Shinnecock Hills - CBS Sports
2026 U.S. Open tee times, pairings: Complete schedule for Round 4 on Sunday at Shinnecock Hills CBS Sports
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Clark-Scheffler pairing headlines Round 4 tee times - theScore
Clark-Scheffler pairing headlines Round 4 tee times theScore
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Amateurs Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun Complete Third Round at US Open - Koran Manado
Amateurs Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun Complete Third Round at US Open Koran Manado