2026 U.S. Open Preview: Shinnecock Carnage, Major Storylines & Kyle's Secret Betting Card

The U.S. Open is here, and this is the deepest preview we've ever done.This week, Kyle breaks down everything you need to know before the first tee shot at Shinnecock Hills:• The history of the U.S. Open and how it became America's toughest test in golf• The legacy of Shinnecock Hills and why it's one of the game's most demanding venues• The iconic U.S. Open trophy and some of the tournament's greatest records• Kyle's Top 10 U.S. Opens of all time—from Francis Ouimet and Ben Hogan to Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth, and Bryson DeChambeau• The biggest storylines heading into the week, including Scottie Scheffler's pursuit of the career Grand Slam and Rory McIlroy's quest for another major• LIV Golf vs. PGA Tour implications• First-time major contenders and amateurs to watch• Weather forecasts, course setup, and why we're rooting for absolute carnage• Kyle's full betting card, including his winner, Top 5, Top 10, Top 20, and a massive make-the-cut parlay.Grab your snacks, settle into the couch, and get ready for one of the best weeks on the golf calendar.Happy U.S. Open.