Dustin Johnson recorded a quadruple bogey on the 15th hole Friday during Round 2 of the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club [1].
The collapse represents a dramatic swing in momentum for one of the tournament's favorites, effectively removing him from contention for the title.
Johnson entered the final stretch of his round in a strong position. At the 11th hole, he was only one shot behind the lead [2]. However, the momentum shifted rapidly over the next few holes. By the time he reached the 15th, a poor performance resulted in a quadruple bogey, adding four strokes to his score [1].
This single hole caused a freefall in the standings. Four holes after his peak position, Johnson fell to 11 shots behind the leader [2]. The quadruple bogey pushed his total score to four over par for the round [1].
The struggle was not limited to a single hole. Reports said that after five holes, Johnson was already outside the projected cut line [3]. The combination of the 15th hole disaster and previous inconsistencies has left him fighting to remain in the tournament.
Shinnecock Hills, located in Southampton, New York, has a reputation for challenging players with its difficult layout and coastal winds [4]. Johnson's inability to recover from the 15th hole underscores the volatility of the course during this year's championship.
“Dustin Johnson recorded a quadruple bogey on the 15th hole”
A quadruple bogey in a major championship is a rare event that typically signals a total breakdown in a player's game management. For Johnson, moving from one shot off the lead to 11 shots back in a matter of minutes likely ends his hopes of winning the 2026 U.S. Open and places him in a precarious position regarding the cut line.
