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McDowell secures US Open return after Dallas qualifier
Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell earned one of the last nine places in this year's US Open after a strong performance in a 36-hole qualifier in Dallas.
Qualifying performance
The 2010 US Open champion carded two rounds of 69 to advance to the June major at Shinnecock Hills. The 46-year-old had not competed in a major since his 10-year exemption expired in 2020.
Career context and recent moves
McDowell, who joined LIV Golf in 2022, has hinted at a potential return to the DP World Tour, citing the Irish Open and Ryder Cup as motivating factors.
Near misses for others
Fellow Northern Irish golfer Tom McKibbin withdrew from the Dallas qualifier, while Spain's Sergio Garcia fell short by two strokes.
Tournament details
The US Open will take place from 18 to 21 June at Shinnecock Hills on Long Island, New York.
