This Day in U.S. Open Golf--June 14

Tommy Bolt was a player who many felt was in the top echelon of all-time greatest shotmakers. That he didn’t win more big events could likely be attributed to his legendary raging demeanor on the course. But the 1958 U.S. Open was the ultimate Bolt showcase of his talent. He played steadily on a demanding Southern Hills course, shooting 71-71-69-72-283 and won by four over Gary Player, the South African newly arrived on the major golf stage. Bolt never won another major, but he still gained entry into the World Golf Hall of Fame.