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 1 hour ago 2025 Grant Thornton Invitational purse: Payout breakdown, winner's share 2 hours ago Tour pro throws putter into lake at Q-School in viral incident 5 hours ago 'Brutally tough day': LIV pro overcomes 7 Sunday bogeys to win (with dad as caddie) 6 hours ago 'It just sucks': Pro agonizes over 'tough' Ryder Cup rule that cost him 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