2026 US Senior Open Championship: News, Champions & Scioto Glory
Championship Heritage
Explore the legacy of the US Senior Open, the premier major for golfers 50 and over, now contested at historic Scioto Country Club.
View HistoryScioto CC Strategy
Scioto’s classic parkland design demands precision, length management, and smart course strategy. Get our caddie breakdown of the par-70 layout.
Virtual Course TourTournament Highlights
Watch dramatic finishes, clutch putts, and the best shots from the 2026 US Senior Open at Scioto Country Club.
Watch HighlightsTournament Details
Dates: June 25 – 28, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Format: 72-hole stroke play
Championship Facts
Defending Champion: Steve Stricker (2025)
Field: 156 players (Champions Tour major)
Purse: $4 million
About the Event
The US Senior Open is golf’s most prestigious major for legends. Scioto CC — a classic Donald Ross design — challenges every club in the bag with tree-lined fairways, undulating greens, and rich history hosting the 1926 PGA Championship and 1931 Ryder Cup.
2026 US Senior Open: Scioto CC Championship Preview
Watch the official tournament preview below, then follow live news as legends chase the Francis D. Ouimet Memorial Trophy in Columbus.
CaddyBytes 🏆 2026 US Senior Open Preview: Scioto Country Club provides a classic parkland test with tree-lined fairways, Ross greens, and championship pedigree. Champions Tour icons and international stars battle for one of senior golf’s most coveted titles. Our preview highlights key holes, strategic decisions, and the demanding par-70 layout that hosted legends like Jack Nicklaus (who learned the game here).
Past champions include Bernhard Langer, Fred Couples, and Steve Stricker. Expect a world-class field of senior greats competing for glory. Our live news feed brings breaking stories, weather updates, and leaderboard shifts directly from Scioto CC.
Official US Senior Open course preview. Source: USGA / Champions Tour.