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Connecticut's Ben James Cuts U.S. Open, Secures PGA Tour Card

6/20/2026

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Ben James of Connecticut made the cut at the 126th U.S. Open on June 19, 2026, shooting a 2-over-par 72 and finishing 1-over 141, tied 22nd.
He earned his PGA Tour card through the PGA Tour University ranking and received a sponsor’s exemption for the Travelers Championship.
James led after 36 holes at the Canadian Open but fell to a tie for 54th after a 78.

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Ben James of Connecticut made the cut at the 126th U.S. Open on June 19, 2026, shooting a 2-over-par 72 and finishing 1-over 141, tied 22nd.
He earned his PGA Tour card through the PGA Tour University ranking and received a sponsor’s exemption for the Travelers Championship.
James led after 36 holes at the Canadian Open but fell to a tie for 54th after a 78.