Nothing in the game of golf is more significant right now than the ongoing US Open 2023, one of the most coveted major competitions. The best golfers in the world are now competing for the silver trophy by giving it their all on the course.
New information is being revealed at a rapid pace, and the course has already featured new gaming strategies. Rickie Fowler and Xander Schauffele broke new records just a few hours ago, and now there is more intriguing news coming from the field. Let’s find out!
Dustin Johnson ties with Tiger Woods? record
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Dustin Johnson, one of the most well-known LIV golfers, is presently competing at the US Open and exhibiting his greatest abilities. Johnson shot a 64 on Day 1 after making seven birdies in the process.
According to Golf Digest, this round of 64 on Thursday is the tenth round of 65 or better in a major event since 2011. He and Tiger Woods are the only ones to have done that. Johnson recorded his 10th career score of 65 with his opening round 64 at Los Angeles Country Club. He finished his round with just one bogey and tied for third place.
Johnson’s accomplishment was announced by Golf Digest via their official Twitter account. The caption on the picture reads: “US Open 2023: Dustin Johnson ties a major championship record held by Tiger Woods”
US Open 2023: Dustin Johnson ties a major championship record held by Tiger Woods@DJohnsonPGA @TigerWoods @mattjosmith @usopengolf @USGA #USOpen #LACChttps://t.co/38dYd77knb
— Golf Digest ME (@GolfDigestME) June 16, 2023
Johnson’s magnetic presence on the field is well known to the public. He won the 2016 US Open by three strokes at Oakmont Country Club. He is once again demonstrating why he is a deserving competitor, and we cannot wait to watch more of his games. In addition to Johnson, two other well-known players also set records during the US Open’s first round. Let’s find out.
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History was made at the opening round of the US Open
After shooting ten birdies, Rickie Fowler became the first guy to shoot 62. After only fifteen minutes, Xander Schauffele quickly duplicated his notable accomplishment. He also recorded an 8-under 62. In the history of the US Open, no player has ever shot 62 shots.
They both tied for the lowest score in the history of men’s major championships. Even though it was one of the most surprising events in golf history, many spectators questioned the course design.
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Well, we are certainly enjoying new updates coming from the field. What do you think about Johnson’s game? Let us know in the comments below.