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U.S. Open

1957

Champion

Dick Mayer(+6)

Runner-up: Cary Middlecoff

Dick Mayer defeated Cary Middlecoff in an 18-hole playoff, 72-79. During the playoff, Mayer deliberately brought a folding stool to sit on while Middlecoff took an eternity over his putts. Mayer won his only major championship.

U.S. Open

1957

Inverness Club · Toledo, OH

Champion

Dick Mayer

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PosPlayerR1R2R3R4TotScore

1

Dick Mayer

PO

70687470282

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2

Cary Middlecoff

71756868282—

Tournament Stats

Winning Score

+6

Winning Margin

1 stroke

Course

Inverness Club

Location

Toledo, OH

Field Size

1931 players

Cut Score

Low Round

68