Keith Mitchell Makes U.S. Open History

Keith Mitchell '10 delivered one of the most memorable performances of the 2026 U.S. Open, recording the best finish of his major championship career while making tournament history in the process.

Mitchell tied for fourth at Shinnecock Hills on June 21, becoming the first player in U.S. Open history to record four consecutive even-par rounds of 70. The finish also marked several personal milestones. Mitchell's tie for fourth was his highest finish in a major championship, surpassing his previous best of a tie for 20th at the 2023 U.S. Open.  

After qualifying for the championship through a grueling 36-hole sectional qualifier just two weeks earlier, Mitchell credited a small adjustment to his putting and a renewed confidence for his breakthrough performance.  "It's my best finish in a major," Mitchell said afterward. "A lot of positives."

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“It's been a wild ride. The 36-hole qualifier [on June 8], I've got to give a shout-out to my buddy Bobby Wyatt (2013 USA Walker Cupper) who caddied for me because my caddie, Brad Schneider, actually qualified for final qualifying. He made it through locals, so he couldn't caddie for me in the sectionals. I shot 3 under the first round and was getting smoked, and he gave me a little putting tip at the turn and shot 8 under the next round. Played good the last two weeks thanks to that.” – Keith Mitchell '10