Padraig Harrington praises 17-year-old amateur Miles Russell after US Open first round pairing
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Ryan Gerbosi, Charlie Wilson
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17-year-old amateur golfer Miles Russell impressed Padraig Harrington during their pairing in the first round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. The Irish golf legend praised the young phenom's performance and composure. The round was delayed by fog and later halted due to darkness, with Wyndham Clark taking an early lead.
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bskyPadraig Harrington praises 17-year-old amateur Miles Russell after US Open first round pairingirishstar.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledPadraig Harrington was paired with amateur Miles Russell, a 17-year-old golf phenom, in the first round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, and the Irish legend had glowing praise for the young talent's performance
The USGA has a knack for creating distinctive pairings at its championships, and this year's US Open at Shinnecock Hills proves no different.
Action was halted near day's end as the final groups lost daylight, but not before Wyndham Clark surged to an early advantage
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