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Scheffler Ties Lead as 7 Shoot 67 at Aronimink

5/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Scottie Scheffler tied for the lead at 3-under 67 on May 14, 2026 at Aronimink Golf Club, his first share of a major-round lead.
Aldrich Potgieter, Min Woo Lee, Ryo Hisatsune, Stephan Jaeger, Alex Smalley and Martin Kaymer also shot 67, forming the largest first-round leader group since 1969.
Only 48 players finished within three strokes of the 3-under lead.
Rory McIlroy fell to 4-over 74, bogeying his last four holes.

History

Historical Context

Lee Trevino’s breakthrough came at the 1968 U.S. Open at Oak Hill, where he became the first player to shoot under par in all four rounds and claimed his first of six major titles. The 2026 Aronimink first round, with Scottie Scheffler joining six others at 3-under and 48 players within three strokes, echoes that historic clustering of leaders.

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Story summary

Scottie Scheffler tied for the lead at 3-under 67 on May 14, 2026 at Aronimink Golf Club, his first share of a major-round lead.
Aldrich Potgieter, Min Woo Lee, Ryo Hisatsune, Stephan Jaeger, Alex Smalley and Martin Kaymer also shot 67, forming the largest first-round leader group since 1969.
Only 48 players finished within three strokes of the 3-under lead.
Rory McIlroy fell to 4-over 74, bogeying his last four holes.

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