After a tie for eighth at the Masters last year, he made it five straight top 10s in majors, including the two wins. He’s a serious contender to complete the Grand Slam in the next few years, if not this year. Since that impressive run, which also included a second placing at the PGA, he’s been chasing the slam. Phil MickelsonNeeds: US OpenThe 55-year-old has seven majors, including three Masters, but he’s 0-34 at the US Open with six runner-up finishes. Koepka has four top 10s at the Open, including a sixth at Royal Birkdale, which hosts the event this year.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 05, 2026 22:32 UTC