U.S. Open
Runner-up: Bob Goalby
Gene Littler won his only US Open title with quiet consistency. Known as "Gene the Machine" for his smooth swing, Littler won by a stroke over Bob Goalby and Doug Sanders. Littler had been diagnosed with cancer earlier and made a remarkable comeback.
U.S. Open
1961
Oakland Hills Country Club · Bloomfield Hills, MI
Champion
Gene Littler
-3
Winning Score
-3
Winning Margin
1 stroke
Course
Oakland Hills Country Club
Location
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Field Size
2427 players
Cut Score
Low Round
67