When the week started, more than 10 percent of the 2023 U.S. Open field was comprised of amateurs, and that number could’ve been higher.
Sure, top-ranked Gordon Sargent is in the field, as well as No. 2 Michael Thorbjornsen and No. 9 Michael Brennan. In total, 19 amateurs teed it up the first two days at Los Angeles Country Club, but most of them are packing their bags after two days on the West Coast.
Only four amateurs earned weekend tee times and will vie for the low-amateur medal, which is awarded during Sunday’s trophy presentation at the conclusion of play.
Here’s a look at the amateurs who made the cut at the 2023 U.S. Open.