Open change for playoffs

THE US Open in June will have a new two-hole play-off in the event of a tied finish after the USGA abandoned its 18-hole, next-day format.

The move, which comes into force immediately, brings the tournament into line with the US Women’s Open and both Senior Opens.

“We know how important it is to everyone in the golf world to see play conclude on the Sunday,” USGA chief executive officer/executive director Mike Davis said. In 117 years, the US Open has had 33 playoffs.