How are pin placements decided for U.S. Open? It’s science beyond putting greens Golfers Gary Woodland, Corey Connors and Adam Scott check the slope of the 14th green and their putting lines.

PINEHURST, N.C. — The USGA is known for selecting tough pin placements for its major championships, but Friday’s hole location on the par-3 15th during the second round of the 2024 U.S. Open ...

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Besides course study and golf science ahead of a tournament such as the U.S. Open, pin placements are decided by traffic, the round and weather conditions.