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Who will win 2026 U.S. Open? Scottie Scheffler aims for career grand slam, Rory McIlroy eyes redemption

The U.S. Open returns to one of its toughest tests with plenty on the line for the massive field

Nelly Korda eyes career grand slam after claiming first U.S. Women's Open, second straight major victory

Korda now has four major titles in three of five such championships, building a résumé that continues to get longer and more impressive by the month

The Power 18 golf rankings: Jon Rahm, Ludvig Åberg continue rising ahead of U.S. Open 2026

The golf season is more than halfway over with a big shift among the top stars taking place

2026 RBC Canadian Open predictions, preview: Tommy Fleetwood, Sam Burns look to maintain momentum

Only four rounds separate players from the third major championship of the season

2026 Memorial Tournament leaderboard: Tommy Fleetwood in front early as Rory McIlroy bounces back

The Englishman sits atop the pack with two recent U.S. Open champions

2026 U.S. Women's Open preview: LPGA's top stars aim to conquer Riviera Country Club

A loaded U.S. Women's Open field visits a rare location for an LPGA tournament

Russell Henley discusses emotional win at Colonial that was fueled by falling short at The Masters, Ryder Cup

Henley has gotten the job done in an unorthodox way amid the modern game

2026 Memorial Tournament preview and predictions: Rory McIlroy returns as Scottie Scheffler eyes three-peat

The penultimate signature event on the PGA Tour calendar takes place this week at Jack's Place

2026 Charles Schwab Challenge leaderboard, scores: Tom Kim shows signs of life, Ludvig Åberg switches putters

A congested leaderboard has materialized after 18 holes of action at Colonial

2026 Charles Schwab Challenge preview and predictions: Can Ludvig Åberg or Rickie Fowler notch a victory?

A stout field arrives at one of the oldest venues on the PGA Tour's calendar

Don Rea out as PGA of America president after tumultuous term that included Ryder Cup backlash

The PGA of America continues to shake up its leadership personnel

2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson leaderboard: Brooks Koepka finds putting stroke, Scottie Scheffler remains steady

Koepka got into a groove on the greens, sitting near the top of the leaderboard after Round 1 at TPC Craig Ranch

2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson preview and predictions: Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth star in hometown event

The PGA Tour returns to the Lone Star State for two straight weeks of action

2026 PGA Championship takeaways: Justin Thomas wins without winning, Ludvig Åberg deserves patience

Aronimink Golf Club shone as a host, while Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler found some areas to improve their games

Man of the Hours: Aaron Rai's unseen work pays off as Englishman outshines stars at PGA Championship

Rai spent years practicing in the shadows after major championships, all in preparation for his closeup in Pennsylvania

Patrick McDonald joined CBS Sports in 2022 after writing for NBC Sports and RyderCup.com. In addition to writing, Patrick co-hosts the Golf on CBS YouTube show and Sportsline's Early Wedge while also providing analysis on CBS Sports HQ. Before putting on his writer's hat, Patrick spent time in the consulting space with Deloitte and Booz Allen Hamilton. If you have questions about Sarbanes-Oxley, Agile Project Management or Xander Schauffele's career grand slam chances, reach out to Patrick on X @pmcdonaldCBS.

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