Keith Mitchell's seesaw opening round makes U.S. Open history
Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 in the first round of the 126th U.S. Open. He recovered from a 41 on the first nine holes by scoring a 29 on the back nine. This performance contributed to him becoming the first player to record four consecutive even-par rounds in a U.S. Open.
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The update identifies the event as the 126th U.S. Open.
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Keith Mitchell Sets U.S. Open Record at Shinnecock Hills
confidence 100%Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 in the first round of the 126th U.S. Open. He recovered from a 41 on the first nine holes by scoring a 29 on the back nine. This performance contributed to him becoming the first player to record four consecutive even-par rounds in a U.S. Open.
What's confirmed:
- Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 in the first round at Shinnecock Hills.
- Mitchell scored a 41 on the first nine holes and a 29 on the second nine.
- Mitchell is the first player to record four consecutive even-par rounds in a U.S. Open.
- The event is the 126th U.S. Open.
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Keith Mitchell Sets U.S. Open Records Following Volatile Start
confidence 90%Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 in the first round at Shinnecock Hills. He overcame a 41 on the first nine holes by scoring a 29 on the second nine. Mitchell is the first player to record four consecutive even-par rounds in a U.S. Open.
What's confirmed:
- Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 during the first round of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.
- Mitchell carded a 29 on the second nine after a six-over 41 on the first nine holes.
Still unconfirmed:
- Keith Mitchell is the first player to record four straight even-par rounds at a U.S. Open.
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Keith Mitchell Sets U.S. Open Record With Opening Round Turnaround
confidence 100%Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 during the first round of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. He recovered from a six-over 41 on the first nine holes to card a 29 on the second nine. This performance marks a historic turnaround in the tournament's history.
What's confirmed:
- Keith Mitchell shot an even-par 70 in the opening round of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.
- Mitchell recorded a 41 on the first nine holes and a 29 on the second nine.
- The opening round took place on Thursday at the 126th U.S. Open.
- Mitchell improved his score by 12 shots on the second nine.
Still unconfirmed:
- Mitchell started the tournament six over after six holes.
- Mitchell's first hole resulted in a double-bogey 6 after a hooked tee shot.