Multiple outlets report that golfer Harry Higgs has gained momentum after an unusual incident during the U.S. Open. Yahoo Sports and Golf.com both say Higgs forgot his pants at the tournament. The reports frame the episode as a turning point in his mindset and his ability to continue despite an awkward start. From there, the coverage emphasizes that he is “thriving” at the event and responding positively to the situation. Golf.com adds that Higgs made a choice after the incident that could define the next phase of his life, though the specifics of that decision are not detailed in the provided excerpts. Together, the articles present a consistent narrative: Higgs experiences an unexpected problem related to attire, then continues competing and appears to build confidence from the moment. No source in the provided material disputes the basic account of the pants incident or the general claim that Higgs is performing well after it. The reports focus less on scoring details and more on how the incident connects to his subsequent progress.