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For Niemann, it's 71 solid holes, one thrown club and a return trip for next year's US Open
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Eddie Pells, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Joaquin Niemann played 71 solid holes of golf, but one particularly bad hole changed the course of his game.
A local golfer's US Open experience has come to an end. Joaquin Niemann played 71 solid holes of golf, but one particularly bad hole changed the course of his game. The incident resulted in a thrown club and a two-shot penalty.
Details of the event are available from KSAT 12, the ABC affiliate in San Antonio . Niemann's performance and reaction to the penalty have been summarized, providing insight into his experience at the US Open. Further information about Niemann's US Open summary can be found through KSAT 12, including his thoughts on the outcome and his plans for next year's tournament.
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Category: local Published: June 21, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A local golfer's US Open experience has come to an end. Joaquin Niemann played 71 solid holes of golf, but one particularly bad hole changed the course of his game. The incident resulted in a thrown…
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