Miles Russell is the youngest player in the 2026 U.S. Open field at just 17 years old. Teeing it up in a major championship at that age, let alone making the cut as he did at Shinnecock Hills, made for an already unforgettable week for him and his family.

The young man had one final surprise up his sleeve for Sunday's final round, however, that not only his family will cherish forever, but made plenty of golf fans watching the moment unfold a bit misty-eyed.

After hitting his approach shot into the par-4 18th, Russell's caddie made his way over to the gallery. He proceeded to take off his caddie bib and hand it and Russell's golf bag over to Russell's father, Joe.

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According to the NBC broadcast, the entire thing was Russell's idea. He approached USGA rules officials before teeing off on Sunday to ask them if it was okay to have his dad take over caddying duties for the final hole, and they gave him the green light.

Talk about a Father's Day gift that may never be topped.

"It was pretty cool," Russell said after Sunday's final round. "Just there walking up 18, that's when he stepped in. It was kind of a fun Father's Day gift. Kind of cool since it was my first one. Hopefully it's something he'll remember for a long time."

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Russell shot 3-over in the opening two rounds of the U.S. Open to make the cut by two shots. During Saturday's third round, he struggled a bit en route to a 74, but backed it up with a final round score of even par.

Russell qualified for this week's U.S. Open after advancing in the final stage of qualifying in a three-man playoff vying for two spots in the field. He had Charlie Woods, Tiger's son, on the bag as his caddie during the qualifier. Both Woods and Russell have committed to play college golf at Florida State.

In 2024, Russell became the youngest player in Korn Ferry Tour history to make the cut in a tournament, eventually finishing T-20

Serena Williams surprised the tennis world on Sunday, as the 44-year-old tennis legend will make her return to Wimbledon after accepting a wildcard.

Williams received the final women’s singles slot, which had a gap following a previous announcement on Tuesday.

She had already gotten a wild card to compete with her sister, Venus Williams, in Wimbledon’s doubles competition. However, she noted she would consider a singles return earlier this month.

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"You think I’m ready for singles? I need to get to work," Serena said at SW19, per Yahoo Sports.

Serena has won women’s singles at Wimbledon seven times across her illustrious career, but there is still something she can chase: Margaret Court’s 24 Grand Slam victories. Serena sits at 23 for her career.

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It was 2019 the last time Serena won a women’s singles match, and it came at Wimbledon against Simona Halep from Romania. She’s only played just two doubles matches since returning to competition after being out of the game for four years.

Serena’s career accolades goes on longer than a CVS receipt, winning each Grand Slam – Australian Open, French Open and the U.S. Open included - at least three times. And alongside her sister, Serena has accomplished the career "Golden Slam" in singles and doubles.

She’s the most recognizable female player in the sport today, and fans from around the globe will surely be tuned in to see how far she can go in this year’s tournament.

At Wimbledon in 2022, Serena said she didn’t know if it would be her last appearance at the tournament.

"Who knows where I’ll pop up?" Serena, who also had a wild card for this Wimbledon, said at the time.

She has always loved playing on grass, winning 107 of her 123 singles matches on the surface, which bodes well for her return.

Serena will find out who she faces in the first round this Friday, while the tournament begins June 29.

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The rise of GLP-1s is changing how Americans shop for groceries, consume food at restaurants and approach the gym. It’s also having an impact on the wedding industry.

Bridal retailers say they're carrying additional inventory, expediting more orders and performing a growing number of alterations in the wake of so many brides’ dramatic body transformations, reported the Wall Street Journal. Some shops have begun asking brides-to-be to sign waivers acknowledging they’re buying a dress that doesn’t yet fit.

A New York bride who has lost 50 pounds using GLP-1 drugs was asked to sign a waiver before ordering a dress that was 3 inches smaller in the waist than her current frame, the Journal reported. Such waivers existed before, the newspaper said, but they're more common now.

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A late 2025 poll by health-policy research firm KFF (formerly the Kaiser Family Foundation) found that about one in eight American adults (12%) say that they are currently taking a GLP-1 drug designed for weight loss and to treat diabetes, heart disease and other chronic conditions.

The survey also found that "nearly one in five adults (18%) say at some point they have taken a GLP-1 drug" and that "women were more likely than men to say they are currently taking GLP-1 drugs (15% vs. 9%)."

According to a survey conducted by online wedding planning company Zola, "10% of couples planning 2026 weddings say they are currently using a GLP-1, with another 10% considering it before the big day."

People taking newer GLP-1-based weight-loss medications often lose about 10% to 15% of their body weight, with some studies showing weight loss approaching 20%, the Mayo Clinic reported.

The use of weight-loss drugs caused David’s Bridal, widely considered the largest bridal retailer in the U.S., to issue a "Fit Guarantee" to customers that went into effect in May 2026.  

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"No matter the dress – from bridal gowns, bridesmaids dresses, prom, mother-of-the-bride and special occasion fashions – David's Fit Guarantee is a brand assurance that David's will work with guests to get the perfect fit for their body, their style and their moment; because size doesn't matter, fit does," the company announced in a press release.

"David's is on a mission to reduce ‘fit anxiety’ for today's shoppers. Whether it means securing the dress in a smaller or larger size, tailoring the fit or customizing the details, David's is helping brides and party-goers shop with confidence and peace of mind," the release also said.

The company’s website says, "We’ll work with you to get a new size or work with our alterations team to make sure you have the perfect fit for your day."

David's Bridal CEO Kelly Cook told ABC News the company knew it had "to do something really special" to serve brides losing a substantial amount of weight.

"Size anxiety has always been one of the number one things brides are worried about," Cook said. "But it's at a heightened level that we haven't seen before."

David’s reported that over the past year, the company has seen a 50% increase in rush orders and 20% of bridal customers shifting to shorter dress-shopping timelines. Nine to 12 months before the wedding used to be common, and now more brides are opting to purchase their dresses six months ahead of time or less.

Bridal consultants say dress recommendations are changing as some brides anticipate additional weight loss before their weddings.

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Bridal-studio owner Natalie Harris told the Journal she advises brides who are anticipating further weight loss before their big day to consider "forgiving silhouettes" with adjustable backs and flared waistlines.

A multi-agency manhunt is underway for a 22-year-old suspect accused of a violent cross-state crime spree, which included a string of highway shootings near the FIFA World Cup at Arrowhead Stadium and a fiery standoff with police.

The FBI's Kansas City field office announced a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Oscar Sanchez-Munoz, who is described as a White and Hispanic man weighing about 184 pounds. 

He is 5 feet 8 inches tall, has brown hair, brown eyes and a tattoo on his right forearm.

Authorities are issuing a stern warning to the public that Sanchez-Munoz should be considered "armed and dangerous."

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The hunt for Sanchez-Munoz stems from multiple violent incidents spanning both Kansas and Missouri. 

A state warrant was issued for his arrest on Tuesday after he allegedly shot at a car June 11 in Wyandotte County, Kansas. 

In addition to the criminal discharge of a firearm charge, Sanchez-Munoz has an outstanding warrant in the same county for aggravated assault, which carries a $100,000 bond.

Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) officials said they believe Sanchez-Munoz is also the prime suspect in five shootings Tuesday night in Kansas City, Missouri, which happened along Interstate 70, just miles from Arrowhead Stadium — where several FIFA World Cup matches were being held.

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One person was killed in the shootings, another suffered serious injuries and multiple others — including an Uber driver who was shot in the leg while taking fans to the World Cup match between Argentina and Algeria — are expected to recover, Fox News reported.

The Kansas City shootings sparked an intense, overnight standoff at a home in Independence, Missouri, which ended in the house catching fire, according to police. 

Once the flames were extinguished and the house was deemed safe by fire personnel Wednesday morning, investigators, along with K-9 units and Missouri State Fire Marshals, thoroughly searched the burned property, but were unable to find Sanchez-Munoz.

Authorities did, however, successfully recover the car believed to be involved in the Tuesday night shootings.

No potential motives have been released, as of Saturday afternoon.

The FBI and KCPD are urging the public to remain vigilant and call 911 immediately if they spot Sanchez-Munoz.

Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call 911, submit tips to kccrimestoppers.com or contact their local FBI office, or contact their local FBI office.

We made it to another Friday. To another weekend. A BIG weekend. We're here. We won.

Congrats to all who stuck it out this week! The payoff will be huge.

We've got three straight days of U.S. Open coverage from a toothless Shinnecock Hills. Quit watering the greens, you crooks!

We've got that pesky USA soccer game today.

We've got College World Series championship game action starting on Saturday.

Most importantly, of course, we have Father's Day — also known as the day all the dads in America watch golf for 12 straight hours and mix in a nap before the leaders tee off in the afternoon.

My greatest Father's Day memory? Watching the final round of the 2008 U.S. Open nearly 20 years ago with my dad. Twenty years! Goodness, time flies.

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For those who forget, that was arguably the greatest U.S. Open ever ... certainly in my lifetime. Tiger Woods vs. Rocco Mediate. Tiger's ACL was scrambled the whole tournament, and he somehow pulled it off.

Chills:

Gets me every time.

Welcome to a Friday Nightcaps — the one where Sofia Vergara cheers on Colombia in the FIFA World Cup.

What else? I've got Joaquín Niemann throwing an absolute tantrum in Southampton, Jazz Chisholm taking a foul ball off the worst possible place on the male body, and we had a couple Hall of Fame moments from yesterday's Knicks parade.

One guy nearly died, a girl got rag-dolled off a stoplight, and another dude may have earned himself a spot on an NFL roster later this summer. You'll see.

OK, grab you a protective cup just in case one of Joaquín Niemann's clubs comes barreling your way, and settle in for a Friday 'Cap!

We're gonna have fun today. We're gonna keep it light. And, most importantly, we're gonna get outta here EARLY because it's a Friday and a lot of folks are watching the USA fellas anyway.

So, let's begin ... with Joaquín Niemann apparently throwing an absolute TANTRUM yesterday in Southampton.

According to boots on the ground (and the USGA), Niemann launched an iron "approximately 50 yards" during a meltdown on the sixth hole.

Niemann, as you can see in the graphic above, went OB on his first two drives, and then attempted to get relief from ... fire ants.

Gabby Herzig, a golf writer for The Athletic, spoke to a volunteer who saw the whole thing unfold. No, there is no video of the incident, which seems impossible in 2026 but here we are.

According to the volunteer, Niemann got angry after NOT getting fire ant relief, kicked a white flag, kicked some sand, and then proceeded to launch his iron into the fescue area.

The USGA later assessed Niemann with a two-stroke penalty for acting like a child. He finished with an 11 on the hole.

"This act was determined to be serious misconduct under Rule 1.2b," per the USGA.

Incredible. What a meltdown!

Now, to his credit, Niemann rebounded in a big way this morning, carding a billion birdies (7) and probably setting himself up to play the weekend.

Good for him. It's not about the fall, but how you get up.

PS: 50 yards? Light work. I've thrown clubs twice as far at the local muni.

Moving on ...

Let's get to the best #content from a BIG week, starting with a pair of major leaguers taking respective foul balls off their ... groins ... last night.

Always wear a cup!

What a week. Nice work, everyone. As always, you nailed it. Never a doubt.

Couple takeaways ...

OK, let's rapid-fire this Friday class into a big weekend. First up? We had a couple all-time moments during the Knicks parade yesterday, including toe-sucking and juking cops out of their shoes.

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What a day:

Incredible move by that dude. Right or wrong (wrong), you have to respect the agility. You try that on the MetLife turf, and you're out for a year.

No idea what to think about the toe-sucking, but I know I don't love it.

The one-arm throw by the woman to remove the other woman from the stoplight was impressive. I'm sorry you all had to see what came next.

What a day. What a scene. Thank GOD I live in Florida. I will never, ever, leave this place. Ever.

OK, that's it for today — and this week. Good work, everyone.

Here's Sophie Cunningham dominating another pre-game entrance before an unfortunate loss to Angel Reese last night.

See you Monday.

OutKick Nightcaps is a daily column set to run Monday through Friday at 4 p.m. (roughly, we’re not robots).

What's the furthest you've launched a golf club? Email me at Zach.Dean@OutKick.com.

This week, President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi came face-to-face at the G7 summit in France, their first such encounter since February 2025. Rather than his trademark bear hug, Modi greeted Trump with a smile and handshake.

Then on Wednesday, the two held a bilateral meeting. It was a friendly chat, but one that came against a backdrop of compounding tensions.

As India works at restoring its relationship with Washington, its arch-foe Pakistan has expanded its own diplomatic profile, complicating India's campaign against its nuclear-armed rival.

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For years, India built an international case against Pakistan, projecting it as an isolated or destabilizing state. This hardline stance appeared to be working, with Modi declaring to Pakistan, "India has been successful in isolating you, and we will intensify those efforts." 

But a decade later, Pakistan is rapidly emerging as a key global player in the region and beyond.

While Modi initially tried to engage Pakistan, his government’s approach eventually hardened around the mantra that "terror and talks cannot coexist."

In Washington, India has typically been favored, with Presidents Trump, Biden, Obama and George W. Bush all making visits during their time in office.

Modi built a rapport with Trump during his first term in office and was one of the first world leaders invited to the White House after Trump’s inauguration. But over the past year, that relationship has come under strain as Islamabad quietly clawed its way back to credibility.

"India misjudged Trump in term two, banking on once friendly relations," Sid Dubey, a visiting professor at Bennett University in India, told Fox News Digital. "They have yet to start recovering from that."

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The shift first became apparent in May 2025, when President Trump announced he had secured a ceasefire between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan. The fighting had come over India-administered Kashmir and was the worst in decades.

Islamabad promptly praised Trump for ending the deadly dispute and even nominated him for a Nobel Peace Prize. New Delhi, however, rejected the claim, insisting the ceasefire was the result of direct bilateral talks with Pakistan.

The response reflected India’s long-standing sensitivity to third-party involvement in what it fiercely maintains is a bilateral dispute.

In the months that followed, frictions only deepened.

President Trump hit India with some of the steepest tariffs imposed on any major economy. Meanwhile, U.S. sanctions pressure on Russian oil rattled energy import-dependent India, while disputes over H-1B visas added further strain. Analysts say Trump’s America First agenda increasingly overshadowed the friendship Modi had cultivated during Trump’s first term.

"When Trump unfortunately said the May 2025 clash ended because of him personally, that upset India a lot, and they made that known," Dubey said. "Then the tariffs were another slap in India’s face. Meanwhile, Pakistan took advantage, leaving India at a bit of a loss. From there, relations fell further with the Iran conflict."

India is among the countries most indirectly affected by the strategic fallout from the Iran war, facing economic pressure and mounting energy concerns.

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Last week, a U.S. strike further exacerbated tensions after three Indian seafarers became collateral damage in the conflict. They were the first and only seafarers confirmed killed as part of the U.S. blockade, sparking outrage across India.

New Delhi instantly summoned Washington’s Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks, expressing deep concern over the renewed attacks and arguing that its nationals were becoming casualties in a war not their own.

India also warned of the broader humanitarian, economic, and energy consequences of the conflict, which are expected to linger even as an agreement has now been reached.

All the while, Pakistan was gaining diplomatic visibility, finding itself in the unusual position of currying favor in Washington while maintaining deep ties with China, Iran and the Gulf states.

Pakistan’s prominent role in recent months highlighted how Islamabad has been more nimble in its diplomacy than India," Council on Foreign Relations Senior Fellow Sadanand Dhume told Fox News Digital. "Additionally, Pakistan decisively outmaneuvered India’s quixotic bid to isolate Pakistan on the world stage."

Regional dynamics have also been reshaped by the two rivals' competing strategies. India has deepened its strategic partnership with the U.S. through alliances such as the Quad partnership with the U.S., Australia, and Japan and has expanded cooperation across South Asian states, including a burgeoning relationship with Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s growing regional relevance has been reflected in its strengthened ties with China, improved relations with regional partners like Bangladesh and expanded security cooperation with Gulf states.

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Additionally, Trump, who accused Pakistan of "deceit and lies" during his first term, has since repeatedly praised its leadership. In June 2025, the president invited Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir to the White House for a high-profile lunch meeting.

Munir was the first Pakistani military chief who was not also president to be hosted by a U.S. president. He also led the war effort against India earlier that year. 

Trump described Munir as his "favorite Field Marshal" and an "exceptional human being." 

Their relationship has been further reflected in trade deals and, most recently, Pakistan’s role as a principal mediator in restoring diplomacy between the U.S. and Iran.

"India tried to make Pakistan an international pariah. Instead, Pakistan has wormed its way into Trump’s good books through a combination of concrete co-operation with the U.S. and outrageous flattery of the president, leading to Trump elevating Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as heroes," Dhume said.

India, meanwhile, has maintained close ties with Israel while generally sticking to more measured messaging. 

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On June 15, upon the agreement of a deal with Iran, Modi released a statement, saying, "India hopes that the implementation of this understanding will help restore peace and stability in the region and ensure the freedom of navigation and commerce."

"Hats off to Pakistan. They worked really hard to bring this awfully disruptive war with Iran to an end," Dubey told Fox. "India unfortunately lost out by not seeking to be a problem solver like Pakistan. It could have played its cards better as a peacemaker, given its traditionally strong relations with Tehran."

Still, analysts caution these are rapidly evolving dynamics. There is no guarantee that Pakistan’s current moment will last, and the tide for India could still turn.

"Pakistan’s mediation role has allowed it to substantially reset its international image. It has positioned itself as a responsible international actor rather than a rogue state responsible for both nuclear proliferation and exporting Islamic terrorism. How long this lasts depends in large measure on two things: will Pakistan find a way to remain in Trump’s good books, and will it be able to change its behavior sufficiently to convince the world that it has indeed turned over a new leaf," Dhume told Fox News Digital.

Meanwhile, India is working to regain its position and show the U.S. it is still a reliable partner.

Marco Rubio visited India last month, his first since becoming Trump’s top diplomat last year, which was widely seen as an attempt to reset ties. 

Trump and Modi's G7 meeting marked another significant step. 

Trump praised Modi as "calm, cool and totally killer" and said he would be traveling to India "sometime in the future." India has been pressing Trump for a visit, potentially as part of a broader meeting involving Japan and Australia.

Trump also said the United States would defend India.

"If anybody attacks that man, we're going to be there," Trump said, referring to Modi. "Now, if there’s a new leader, I’m not sure about it."

The Pakistani and Indian governments did not respond to Fox News Digital requests for comment.

Miles Russell is the youngest player in the 2026 U.S. Open field at just 17 years old. A young man who has been driving a car for less than two years teeing it up in a major championship is a tough reality to grasp, and, understandably so, the Florida State commit's story heading into Shinnecock Hills has been a popular one in the build-up to Thursday's opening round.

Russell, the No. 1 junior player in the world, opted for a formal press conference on Wednesday ahead of what will be his first start in a major championship. In a rather predictable fashion, he almost immediately made everyone in the golf world feel incredibly old.

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When asked if he had any memory of watching the 2018 U.S. Open, which marked the last time the tournament was held at Shinnecock, he responded with an answer that swiftly put things into perspective.

"Maybe bits and pieces, but that's probably more from seeing highlights from it. I don't know. I don't really remember watching any U.S. Opens when I was that little," Russell began. "I think my first kind of golf memory from watching it was maybe Spieth in 2015 at the Masters. I think really remembering it was Tiger in 2019."

Russell isn't talking about Tiger Woods in the 2019 U.S. Open, where he finished T-21. He's referring to Woods winning the 2019 Masters.

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Imagine that being your first real memory of watching major championship golf.

It not only shows how incredibly young Russell is, but his comments show how this next generation of players soon to make a name for themselves don't have much recollection of any happenings before 2020.

That doesn't mean Russell's comments don't make complete and total sense, because they do, given that he was born in 2008, but it doesn't make it any easier for millennials and boomers out there to grasp with just how quickly time has passed.

Russell qualified for this week's U.S. Open after advancing in the final stage of qualifying in a three-man playoff vying for two spots in the field. He had Charlie Woods, Tiger's son, on the bag as his caddie during the qualifier. Both Woods and Russell have committed to play college golf at Florida State.

In 2024, Russell became the youngest player in Korn Ferry Tour history to make the cut in a tournament, eventually finishing T-20.