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Fresh off his first round at this 124th U.S. Open, as the third player to shoot 65 at Pinehurst, McIlroy spoke about his strategy to aim for the middle of greens and accept conservative play where needed and his luck with the weather and placement. For More Coverage: https://pilot-radio.com/usopen-2024/ AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

In his interview, Matthieu Pavon highlighted the importance of smart play and course management, particularly in making two eagles on par-5s which gave him a sense of freedom. He also discussed recent struggles adapting to tougher PGA Tour courses, noting specific adjustments to his putting technique and short game to better handle the faster, slopier greens in the U.S. AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

Ludvig Åberg reflected on his strong opening round, emphasizing his discipline and strategic play, which helped him navigate Pinehurst's challenging course. He highlighted the importance of staying disciplined, even with tempting shots, and credited his recent work on correcting his right miss tendency for contributing to his consistent performance today. AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

Tony Finau was pleased with his 2-under 68, attributing his success to accurate driving and solid play from the fairways. He noted the course's increasing firmness and tricky pins, emphasizing the importance of patience and strategic shot placement, while highlighting the challenge posed by specific holes and the overall competitive nature of the U.S. Open. AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

Patrick Cantlay described his round as solid, emphasizing good driving and smart shot placement on a difficult course. Reflecting on his recent form, he mentioned hard work and minor adjustments paying off, while also acknowledging that the course will likely get tougher due to the weather conditions and maintenance. For More Coverage: https://pilot-radio.com/usopen-2024/ AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USG...

Sergio Garcia reflected on his preparation for the tournament, coming off a strong performance at LIV Houston, and expressed his satisfaction with shooting a 1-under 69, especially highlighting the achievement of a bogey-free round. He emphasized the importance of strategic play, driving accuracy, and maintaining patience on the challenging course, while also discussing his love for the game and m...

Tiger Woods discussed his struggles with iron play and putting despite driving the ball well, attributing his performance to a combination of conservative play and less-than-ideal shot execution. He highlighted the challenging nature of the course's greens, the importance of strategic positioning, and his ongoing efforts to balance physical health with maintaining sharpness in his game. AUDIO COUR...

In his interview, Collin Morikawa emphasized the challenging nature of the course, noting that even good shots could end up in difficult positions, making birdies hard to come by. He highlighted his resilience in bouncing back from mistakes and the importance of staying focused and taking his medicine on tough holes.

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Weather and tee times for the first day of championship play at the 2024 U.S. Open in Pinehurst.

Scottie Scheffler's name is on everyone's lips. As the favorite, it's only natural. From his perspective, the only thing that matters is what's right in front of him — and that's a championship round.

The Pilot began publishing the Open Daily for the 1999 U.S. Open. He sits down with Mitchell Northam, WUNC digital news producer, to share the origin story of the Open Daily and how its changed in the 25 years since that first run. He also discusses his belief that journalists, and newspapers, should serve the community and the affects of such a mission.

In his first interview of the 2024 U.S. Open, Nick Dunlap expresses confidence in his game, he speaks about the challenges playing courses like No. 2 and the mental adjustment he's made as a professional and with the support of the other players. AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

Wyndham Clark, the 2023 U.S. Open champion, remains optimistic ahead of championship play for the 2024 Open in Pinehurst. Even with recent struggles, he hopes to regain his form this week and begin a new streak.

Tee up the day with weather, tee times and an update on Jon Rahm.

Lee Pace and Jonathan Bym sit down to talk about the history of golf in Pinehurst, the change to No. 2 and the publication and special coverage of The Pilot’s Open Daily — the world’s only “pop-up” newspaper devoted exclusively to the U.S. Open and Women’s Open.

In his first interview for the 2024 U.S. Open in Pinehurst, Scottie Scheffler discusses his practice on Monday and Tuesday highlighting that the course is in good shape and the challenge playing up from around the greens. He discussed the changes he's made in his approach to putting. He notes that there is a slim margin for error on certain holes, but that patience will help him. AUDIO COURTESY OF...

In his first interview for the 2024 U.S. Open championship, Xander Schauffele reflects on the newfound feeling of coming to a major as a champion, but recognizes the need to stay focused. He reiterates what some have said, that Pinehurst No. 2 will be a true test and that it aligns with the challenges indicative of a U.S. Open. He expressed the importance of mental focus and that he believes his p...

In his first interview of the 2024 U.S. Open Martin Kaymer reflects on his victory in 2014, the last time the Open was played in Pinehurst. He shares his confidence in his game after a couple of years recovering from injury. Kaymer finishes by stressing that mental focus and confidence are of the utmost importance in golf and especially on a course like No. 2. AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

In his first interview of the week, Rory McIlroy reminds the press of his recent run of good U.S. Open performances and says that he feels good about being back. He acknowledged that he can overlook his wedges and that performance around the green is critical on a Pinehurst No. 2. He shared his respect for World Golf Hall of Fame inductee Padraig Harrington, yet he still believes that title of 'mo...

In his first interview of the week, Tiger Woods shared his excitement to play on Pinehurst No. 2 again, especially the challenge that the course poses, technically and mentally. He expressed confidence in his fitness and ability and comfort in the conditions, as hot and humid weather is something he's familiar with. He concedes that shot selection is more plentiful, but that the change from bent g...

In his first interview of the week, Viktor Hovland praised the look and feel of Pinehurst No. 2. He has been working on his swing and conceded that it can be tough to transition during a tournament week. He explained his focus will be on aggressive moves off the tee and accurate, conservative approaches around the green. AUDIO COURTESY OF THE USGA

In his first interview of the week, DeChambeau speaks of his anticipation to play No. 2 for the first time in a U.S. Open and remembers fondly his time playing the course in college. He recognized the importance of precision and expressed confidence in his game despite his showing recently. DeChambeau feels that he's grown since his U.S. Open win both in his technical play and mental strategy. AUD...

The World Golf Hall of Fame induction ceremony was held Monday night, highlighted by the inductions of the 13 LPGA founders. Pinehurst No. 2 has been cemented as an iconic course and its legacy will continue with the changes and challenges players will see this week.