Neal Shipley Wins Low Amateur Honors at U.S. Open and Plans to Turn Professional

Neal Shipley, a 23-year-old golfer and Ohio State graduate, won low amateur honors at the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, finishing at 6-over for the tournament. He became the sixth player to achieve low amateur honors at both the Masters and the U.S. Open in the same year, joining notable names such as Jack Nicklaus and Phil Mickelson. Shipley faced a significant challenge on the 13th hole where he incurred a one-stroke penalty for causing his ball to move, which led to a double bogey. Despite this setback, he demonstrated resilience and skill, highlighted by a series of birdies. Shipley earned his place in the U.S. Open by finishing as the runner-up in the U.S. Amateur Golf Championship. He plans to turn professional following this tournament.