The fears heading into the 2018 U.S. Open were well-deserved, with the course at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club proving to be difficult for the world's best golfers.
Dustin Johnson handled the challenge, shooting a 69 Thursday to take a share of the lead after Round 1. Ian Poulter, Russell Henley and Scott Piercy are among those tied for first at one stroke under par.
However, only five out of 156 golfers were at par or better through a wild first day of action in Southampton, N.Y.
What's Next?
Round 2 will take place Friday at Shinnecock Hills, beginning at 6:45 a.