Merion Golf Course is one that is filled with history with some of the greatest players ever to walk on it’s grounds and win tournaments. It was at Merion that Ben Hogan hit his famous 1-iron shot, now famously photographed. And it was the site of the 1950 US Open where Ben Hogan fought back from a horrific car accident to win in a playoff with Lew Worsham and George Fazio. The video above takes a closer look at Ben Hogan, the 1950 US Open and everything leading up to it – and according to ESPN Golf, there is someone who is a lot like Hogan right now on tour. Find out what this player had to say about the US Open, Merion Golf Club and what it means to him.
We’re approaching the final day of the 113th US Open at Merion Golf Club where Phil Mickelson is the only player under par and holding a one shot lead at 1-under par. Tomorrow will also be his 43rd birthday as well as Father’s Day – will it also be the day he wins his first ever US Open? Can Mickelson join Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Lee Trevino on the list of champions at Merion? We can’t wait to see how it all unfolds!
Source: ESPN Golf
