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Brooks Koepka starts rolling in putts from 12 feet and suddenly the US Open feels a lot more dangerous. We kick things off by talking about what changes when a proven major champion finds even a small edge, why Koepka is such a “needle mover,” and how confidence under pressure can separate the stars from the field when Sunday gets tight.
Then we go deep on Shinnecock Hills, one of the best championship venues in the country and a course that doesn’t need circus rough to be brutal. We break down why the greens, pin sections, and firm landing areas force real decisions, plus why “rough quality” matters more than raw height. Along the way we hit the build-up that makes the US Open special, including the drama of qualifying and our frustration with how hard it is to actually watch the best moments when they happen.
From there, we shift from pro golf to your scorecard. We talk course management on holes that feel claustrophobic, how to reframe out of bounds anxiety into something believable, and how to practice between events without chasing swing changes. We outline a simple plan: check your TrackMan delivery numbers, move into performance practice with targets and windows, slow your tempo on purpose, and use alignment sticks every session so your routine holds up when it matters.
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"Are You Practicing For Change Or For Scores" is an episode of The Measured Golf Podcast. Runtime 1 hr 23 min. Published June 13, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.