You're rooting for Adam Scott at the 2025 U.S. Open. Here's why
Adam Scott's charge up the U.S. Open leaderboard has tapped into the best type of sports story: The Old Guy Has Still Got It.
golf.comAdam Scott is set to play in the U.S. Open 2026, marking his 100th consecutive major, a milestone highlighted by multiple outlets in May 2026. The field was expanded by the USGA with additional exemptions based on world rankings, and Scott’s recent results had him positioned inside the top 60, enabling exemption without local qualifying.[1][2][3]
Key details and what they mean
- Status of eligibility: Scott secured an exemption into the 2026 U.S. Open by ranking high enough in the world standings, avoiding the need to qualify, and his streak continues a historic run of consecutive majors.[3][1]
- Context of the milestone: The 100th consecutive major is a notable record in the modern era, underscoring longevity and consistency across major championships.[2][1]
- Related field changes: The US Open added about 24 players through rankings, with additional spots possible via the late May/early June qualifiers in England and Dallas.[1][3]
Where to watch or follow
- For the latest developments during the U.S. Open week, check major golf outlets and tournament pages around Shinnecock Hills coverage, as they’ll provide pairings, tee times, and live updates.[2][3]
Illustration
- Example: A simple visualization of Scott’s major-streak timeline would show a continuous line from the 2001 British Open to 2026 U.S. Open, indicating zero missed majors in that span. If you’d like, I can generate a quick chart of his major appearances and results.
Would you like me to pull the most recent live updates or provide a compact table of Scott’s major-by-major results leading up to the 2026 U.S. Open? I can also create a chart if you want a visual timeline.[3][1][2]