June 13th - Hogan's 1953 U.S. Open Victory at Oakmont

This extensive podcast focuses on Ben Hogan's dominant victory at the 1953 U.S. Open, held at the notoriously difficult Oakmont Country Club. It details Hogan's remarkable comeback from a near-fatal accident, his pursuit of the "Hogan Slam" (winning three major championships in one year), and the grueling 36-hole qualifying processhe, like other non-defending champions, had to endure. The text provides a hole-by-hole breakdown of the championship, highlighting Hogan's consistent play and his strategic brilliance, particularly on the back nine of the final round, which ultimately secured a six-shot victory over rival Sam Snead, whose putting struggles were a key factor in his defeat. Hogan's win cemented his legacy as a four-time U.S. Open champion and established a new scoring record at Oakmont, underscoring his mastery of the course and his place in golf history.