U.S. Open
Runner-up: Craig Wood
Byron Nelson won a three-way playoff with Craig Wood and Denny Shute. Nelson holed a one-iron on the fourth playoff hole for an eagle two to take the lead. It was Nelson's only US Open title in a distinguished career.
U.S. Open
1939
Philadelphia Country Club · West Conshohocken, PA
Champion
Byron Nelson
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Winning Score
+2
Winning Margin
1 stroke
Course
Philadelphia Country Club
Location
West Conshohocken, PA
Field Size
1193 players
Cut Score
Low Round
68