Event 1 – Where Doug and his Dad Attend the U.S. Open Men’s Golf Championship at Pinehurst No. 2
This banner on the lamp post at Pinehurst No. 2 says it all.
The Written Word
- Event 1, Part 1 – Reflections on a hectic few days and the trip to North Carolina in advance of the U.S. Open.
- Event 1, Part 2 – Reflections on a day spent at Pinehurst No. 2 as members of the gallery for the 124th U.S. Open’s first round.
Still Images
A statue of the Pinehurst mascot on the grounds. 
The parking lot early on Thursday morning with a steady stream of cars coming in. 
Doug and his dad upon entering the U.S. Open.
The ubiquitous Rolex clock found at all majors. 
Doug and his dad under the famous Payne Stewart statue. 
Dad taking a break and checking out Tiger Woods’ tee shot at No. 10.
Looking down No. 18 over the native area toward the green and clubhouse. 
Our morning view of the 13th green.
This handsign features quite a trio of players. 
Tiger Woods lines up his putt on the 13th green. 
From left, Russell Henley, Patrick Cantlay, and Matt Kuchar. 
The backside of the Pinehurst No. 2 clubhouse. 
Will Zalatoris got up close and personal with the gallery on No. 13. 
The 2024 class of inductees into the Professional Gofl Hall of Fame. 
Hall of Famer Mark McCumber takes a photo his exhibit at the Golf Hall of Fame. 
The Solheim Cup trophy. 
The Masters Trophy. 
The Ryder Cup. 
The leaderboard during Thursday’s first round. 
The course comes about its name honestly, here are some towering pines. 
Eventual champion Bryson DeChambeau walks off the 12th tee. 
The lovely bloom for a magnolia tree. 
Tyrell Hatton and his caddie at the 11th hole. 
The 18th green and PInehurst No. 2 clubhouse as seen from the main grandstand. 
Colin Morikawa chips during Wednesday’s practice session. 
Phil Mickelson putts during Wednesday’s practice session. 
Justin Thomas and Scottie Scheffler during Wednesday’s practice session. 
The U.S. Open was the 1,000 USGA Championship. 
The 17th tee as seen during Wednesday’s practice session. 
The Payne Stewart statue lies beyond the North Carolina flora.
Video
Beginning the Around the World in 80 Sporting Events journey with freshly cleaned teeth:-)
Loaded and ready to roll.
Our approach to the main gate at the 124th U.S. Open.
A 360-degree view atop the 18th grandstand at Pinehurst No. 2.
Tiger Woods sinks a par putt at the par-4 13th hole during the first round of the 124th U.S. Open.
Check out the size of the Red Lot and the number of cars parked therein.
Audio
A preview of what to expect in Pinehurst, NC, if you’re attending the U.S. Open.
A quick Conversation with Jerry Hill on what he’s looking forward to experiencing at Pinehurst No. 2.
A follow-up Conversation with Jerry Hill on what the U.S. Open experience was like.
Fun Facts
- Traveling Party – Doug and his dad; met with longtime family friend Scott Jewson for dinner while in North Carolina
- Last Time There: This was Doug and Jerry’s first visit to Pinehurst No. 2
- Running List of States Traveled To/Through: Indiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, & West Virginia
- Running List of Countries Traveled To/Through: United States
- Distance Traveled – Approximately 1,406 miles round trip
- Cumulative Distance Traveled – Approximately 1,406 miles
