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June 13th, 2026

US Open 2026: Why can’t they get Shinnecock right?

Andy North, article, Features, Frank Hannigan, golf architecture, golf controversy, Golf History, John Bodenhamer, Justin Rose, News, PGA Tour, Shinnecock Hills, Us Open

June 13th, 2026

US Open 2026: The man charged with setting up Shinnecock outlines the delicate balance he’s seeking

After the controversies of 2004 and 2018, USGA chief championships officer John Bodenhamer reveals how the governing body plans to tackle Shinnecock Hills at the 2026 US Open and why this historic venue deserves to shine.

July 28th, 2018

Zac Blair gives perfectly fair review of Canadian Open venue, gets criticised anyway

Blair was asked by Golf Channel’s Chantel McCabe about the tournament’s longtime site, Glen Abbey. Here’s what he had to say:

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US Open 2026: Why can’t they get Shinnecock right?

US Open 2026: The man charged with setting up Shinnecock outlines the delicate balance he’s seeking

Zac Blair gives perfectly fair review of Canadian Open venue, gets criticised anyway

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