News How the U.S. Open changed during the Mike Davis era, according to Mike Davis By: GOLF Editors June 18, 2021 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share by Email Drivable par-4s, graduated rough, new venues. Outgoing USGA CEO Mike Davis looks back on how the U.S. Open evolved during his tenure. Latest In News 2 hours ago ‘That is a huge mistake:’ Rarely used golf-ball rule stings major winner 7 hours ago 2026 American Express Friday tee times: Round 2 pairings 8 hours ago Matt Every reveals PGA Tour fines, discusses epic club toss 9 hours ago Rory McIlroy finally won the Masters. Now he's chasing 3 more goals Golf.com Related Articles Lifestyle The Best Jobs in Golf: USGA Museum Curator By: Connor Federico Travel This pivotal 4-hole stretch at the U.S. Amateur at Ridgewood CC could decide matches By: GOLF Editors News U.S. Open Recap: Fitzpatrick triumphs, The Country Club impresses on golf's biggest stage News U.S. Open Recap: Fitzpatrick, Zalatoris rise to the top with superstars in pursuit News Joel Dahmen dishes on U.S. Open pressure News U.S. Open Recap: PGA Tour stars headline Friday leaderboard Instruction Why players can't absolve themselves of technical thoughts during high-pressure events News U.S. Open Recap: Highs, lows, and what we learned Thursday at The Country Club Tournaments Rory McIlroy discusses his mindset after round one of the 2022 U.S. Open