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17-Year-Old Miles Russell Cuts U.S. Open, Dad Caddies Final Hole

6/22/2026

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Russell Father’s Day

Miles Russell played the 18th hole of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on Father’s Day with father Joe Russell caddie.
At 17, he became second-youngest to make a U.S. Open cut since World War II after USGA approval let his dad caddie final hole.
Mike Tirico called it the “ultimate Father’s Day gift” after Ramon Bescansa placed his bib on Joe Russell and handed him the bag for final walk.

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Russell Qualifies

Miles Russell earned a 2026 U.S. Open spot by winning a three-man, two-spot playoff in final-stage qualifying.
Charlie Woods caddied Russell in the qualifier and later pledged to play at Florida State.
At 17 years, 7 months, he was the youngest 2026 U.S. Open competitor and the youngest Korn Ferry Tour cut-maker in 2024.
He opened with a 74, followed with an even-par 70, finished seven-over and called the cut “bonus points.”

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Russell Starts College

Miles Russell will start his freshman year at Florida State University after winning a playoff at BallenIsles Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens.
He competed in Augusta National’s Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals in 2018.
He said enjoying golf is essential for his future after being called “the future of golf.”
His father, Joe Russell, introduced him to golf at age two while watching Golf Central, highlighting their bond.

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Russell Father’s Day

Miles Russell played the 18th hole of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on Father’s Day with father Joe Russell caddie.
At 17, he became second-youngest to make a U.S. Open cut since World War II after USGA approval let his dad caddie final hole.
Mike Tirico called it the “ultimate Father’s Day gift” after Ramon Bescansa placed his bib on Joe Russell and handed him the bag for final walk.

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