The 126th U.S. Open gets underway at Shinnecock Hills in Long Island this week, with top-ranked Scottie Scheffler serving as the central storyline. Multiple outlets report that Scheffler is pursuing a career Grand Slam, which would complete the final missing major if he wins the tournament. Coverage notes that he would be only the seventh player in history to achieve a career Grand Slam, provided he claims the title on Sunday. Prior to the competition, practice begins amid challenging weather. Yahoo Sports reports that winds batter the course during practice, with Scheffler testing himself during windy afternoon conditions on Monday. The conditions factor into the week’s preparation as players adapt to gusts and changing conditions at the coastal venue. One report also points to the timing of Scheffler’s opportunity: he is described as being near his 30th birthday during the event week. Overall, the outlets converge on Scheffler’s bid to complete the career Grand Slam and the windy start to preparations at Shinnecock Hills.