Alright, so I’ve been keeping an eye on the US Open, as one does, and I got curious about how they figure out who makes the cut. I did a bit of digging around to understand this whole “cut line” thing for 2024, and I thought I’d share what I found in a way that makes sense.
First off, I started by checking out some info on what the cut line has been in past years. Seems like it’s not the same every year, but it’s usually above par. For instance, back in 2021 at Torrey Pines, it was +5. And looking at the past 11 US Opens, from 2012 to 2022, the average was around +5.2. That’s a good starting point, right?
Then I moved on to understanding how many players actually get to continue after the first two rounds. Turns out, it’s the top 70 players plus any ties that make the cut. Everyone else? They pack up early. I learned that the Open Championship uses the same rule, which is a bit more generous than the US Open’s top 60 and ties, and the Masters with its top 50 and ties.
- Checked Past Cut Lines: I looked up the cut lines from previous years to get an idea of what to expect.
- Identified Number of Players: Figured out that it’s the top 70 plus ties after 36 holes.
- Compared with Other Tournaments: Noticed how the cut rules are slightly different between major tournaments.
I also found out that the USGA specifically sets the cut line at the US Open for the top 60 players and ties after the first 36 holes. After one round, it’s clear that this rule really shapes who gets to play on the weekend.
So, basically, I went from just wondering about the cut line to actually understanding how it works and why it matters. It’s all about seeing who’s good enough to keep playing, and it’s tougher than I thought!
This little investigation was pretty interesting. It’s cool to see how much goes into these tournaments behind the scenes. And hey, it makes watching the US Open even more exciting when you know what’s going on with the cut line.
