Memorable moments from the Background of Bethpage BlackPosted by David Jones on May 5th, 2019 But this is not the first time this tough Long Island stone has hosted a significant championship. The 2002 and 2009 variations of this U.S. Open were staged in Bethpage Black. In Addition, the Barclays (Currently The Northern Trust) was held in the course at 2012 and 2016 within the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Playoffs. Here's a look back at a Few of the finest moments which have occurred at these four occasions that set the stage for a thrilling PGA Championship: Just 1 participant completed under par during the 2002 U.S. Open, and it enabled him to catch his eighth significant championship and next U.S. Open win. Yes, we're of course. Woods directed wire-to-wire in Bethpage as Phil Mickelson finished runner-up to the moment of today six occasions in his career in the U.S. Open. Contrary to the 2002 version of the U.S. Open in Bethpage, the 2009 championship showcased several players under level. But that does not imply that the path -- and Mother Nature -- did pose challenges that are difficult. The rain was a problem from the beginning of the week, suspending play a Monday finish, and forcing. The last round had the 54-hole leaders of Barnes and Glover return into the area, but it had been Glover who managed to continue and catch the triumph Monday using a 3-over 73. Watney completed for the championship from Brandt Snedeker. Like it? Share it!More by this author |