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U.S. Open Power Rankings: Top 10 contenders at Shinnecock Hills

By Mike Randleman

The clubhouse during the final round of the 2004 U. S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, June 20, 2004. Scenic Golf (Photo by A. Messerschmidt/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
The clubhouse during the final round of the 2004 U. S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, June 20, 2004. Scenic Golf (Photo by A. Messerschmidt/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** /
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SOUTHAMPTON, NY – JUNE 17: Justin Rose of England hits a shot out of the bunker on the 13th hole during the 104th U.S. Open June 17, 2004 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
SOUTHAMPTON, NY – JUNE 17: Justin Rose of England hits a shot out of the bunker on the 13th hole during the 104th U.S. Open June 17, 2004 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /

Justin Rose is like a chameleon. He just seems to have a way to adapt well to his surroundings. The Englishman’s last five wins have come in five different countries and there doesn’t seem to ben more be many courses he can’t get a good grasp on.

Rose comes to Shinnecock on quite a roll. He won impressively at Colonial was in the mix en route to a T6 at the Memorial.

The 2013 U.S. Open champion has made 13 cuts in a row worldwide and five of the last seven in majors. Between August and December, Rose finished top 10 in 10 straight events.

Rose is second on Tour in total strokes gained and inside the top 30 in the major SG categories. Rose is first in par-4 scoring and is comfortable right now hitting every club in his bag.

His game offers the perfect blend of avoiding mistakes and going after opportunities when they’re out there.

There’s an excellent chance one of tbe “-ustin’s” wins this week. I’m rolling with this one.

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