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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 1H 6M

US Open Week: Scottie’s Grand Slam Shot, Canadian Open Recap & World Cup Fever

from The Golf Asylum Podcast with Ian Fraser · host The Fraser Golf Institute

The Canadian Open is in the books, the US Open has arrived, and the pressure is building.In this episode of the Golf Asylum Podcast, Ian and Michael break down Bud Cauley’s long-awaited breakthrough victory at the RBC Canadian Open, discuss the performances of the Canadian contingent, and debate whether Tommy Fleetwood is missing the killer instinct needed to close out big tournaments.The conversation then turns to the biggest story in golf: Scottie Scheffler’s opportunity to complete the career Grand Slam. With Father's Day, his birthday, and a major championship all colliding on one weekend, can the world number one handle the weight of expectation?The guys also dive into their US Open picks, dark horses, course setup, winning score predictions, and what makes major championship golf so compelling.Along the way, they celebrate Scotland’s opening World Cup victory, share stories from Long Island and Shinnecock Hills, and highlight a huge win for Taichi Kho on the Asian Tour.In This Episode: Scotland’s World Cup opener and the atmosphere surrounding the tournament Bud Cauley’s breakthrough victory at the RBC Canadian Open Tommy Fleetwood’s biggest challenge: consistency vs closing ability  Canadian performances and rising amateur stars  Wyndham Clark, fan reactions, and tournament storylines  Taichi Kho’s impressive victory on the Asian Tour  US Open course conditions, setup, and expectations  Scottie Scheffler’s chance at the career Grand Slam  Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Åberg, Tyrrell Hatton, Justin Rose and other contenders  Dark horse picks and winning score predictions  Why Long Island remains one of golf’s great destinations

The Canadian Open is in the books, the US Open has arrived, and the pressure is building. In this episode of the Golf Asylum Podcast, Ian and Michael break down Bud Cauley’s long-awaited breakthrough victory at the RBC Canadian Open, discuss the performances of the Canadian contingent, and debate whether Tommy Fleetwood is missing the killer instinct needed to close out big tournaments. The conversation then turns to the biggest story in golf: Scottie Scheffler’s opportunity to complete the c...

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The Canadian Open is in the books, the US Open has arrived, and the pressure is building.In this episode of the Golf Asylum Podcast, Ian and Michael break down Bud Cauley’s long-awaited breakthrough victory at the RBC Canadian Open, discuss the...

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