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At U.S. Open qualifying, every stroke matters, including strokes of fate

James Nicholas was fighting for a U.S. Open spot on Monday. Then came a wild swing. Then another. Then a stroke of good fortune.

By: Michael Bamberger

June 9, 2026

4 incredible U.S. Open qualifying stories you missed

Golf's Longest Day looks a lot different from up close. Here are just four epic stories from one of the 13 qualifying sites.

'Big mistake': Pro's ball-mark blunder could cost him U.S. Open spot

On the third playoff hole at a U.S. Open Final Qualifying event, Adam Svensson made a huge mental error with his ball mark that proved costly.

Charley Hull is every reason we watch pro golf

In an epic weekend at the U.S. Women's Open, Charley Hull reminded us all why she's such a captivating character.

Nelly Korda nearly yanked 3-footer for U.S. Open glory. Here's what happened

Tour Confidential: What we learned from Nelly Korda's breakthrough U.S. Women's Open win

Nelly Korda's emotional U.S. Women's Open win was years in the making

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Amy Alcott talks U.S. Women's Open at Riviera with Dylan Dethier on the Drop Zone

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Is establishing your 'good' swing data key to club fitting? | Fully Equipped

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