This Day in U.S. Open History: June 14

Tommy Bolt was a player who many felt was in the top echelon of all-time greatest shotmakers. That he didn’t win more big events could likely be attributed to his raging demeanor on the course at times. But the 1958 U.S. Open was the ultimate Bolt showcase of his talent. He played steadily on a demanding Southern Hills course, shooting 71-71-69-72-283 and winning by four over Gary Player, the South African newly arrived on the major golf stage. The USGA is holding the 124th U.S. Open this week in Pinehurst on the No. 2 Course. The championship has been held many times at another venerable layout, Winged Foot Golf Club, including on this date in 1959, when Billy Casper won for his first of two National Opens. He finished a shot ahead of Bob Rosburg.