U.S. Open Golf Cut Rules

By Patrick Foley

The U.S. Open is known for being the toughest major and most challenging golf course for tour professionals. This tournament, every year, leaves players struggling to make par and any round in the 70s is great. The cut rules for the U.S. Open are very particular.

US Open Golf Cut Rules

The top sixty scores after the first two rounds make the cut. Also, any ties at sixty will be accepted in.

Other Cut Rules

All players within ten shots of the lead will make the cut.

Reasons for Cut Rules

The cut line is put in place to keep the playing field relatively even on Saturday and Sunday--anyone within ten shots who gets hot on the final two days can still have a chance to win.

Average Cut Line

The average cut will be between five and ten over par. This tournament is always set up with extreme difficulty and the best players in the world have a tough time getting around the course unscathed.

Long Lasting Major

A tournament since 1895, the U.S. Open has a long-lasting tradition and it is always one of the most exciting golf tournaments to watch.

Resources

U.S. Open

About The Author

Patrick Foley is a writer from Phoenix, AZ. He is a sports fanatic and loves football, golf, and track. He has been writing for Golf Link for almost a year. He is a college football player at the University of Pennsylvania. He is enrolled in the Wharton Business School.He has have a wide set of skills in writing and marketing.

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