What the competition is
The USGA’s championship records distinguish individual editions and their host courses. Stroke-play totals establish the championship result, while the applicable conditions determine how a tie is resolved. The USGA introduced a two-hole aggregate playoff arrangement in 2018; a historical announcement should be checked against the current edition before reproducing exact playoff details. Course names and venues change across years.
Following the competition
Save golf, the year, venue and round with an entry. A short US Open search can otherwise produce tennis sessions or another sport. Keep tee times separate from broadcast programme windows and convert from the actual host city, rather than assuming every United States golf championship uses the New York clock.
| Detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Sport | Golf distinguishes it from US Open tennis. |
| Organiser | USGA. |
| Edition records | Identify the year and host course. |
| Playoff conditions | Use the current edition rather than an unqualified historical rule. |
Questions about this guide
Is US Open golf the same event as US Open tennis?
No. They are separate championships.
Does a 2018 playoff announcement alone prove every current condition?
No. The active championship’s conditions should be checked.