Talking points ahead of the U.S. Open

Two days before the 2017 U.S. Open, there was no shortage of talking points and bunker horseplay at Erin Hills on Tuesday.

Published : Jun 14, 2017 12:44 IST

Andrew 'Beef' Johnston and Alex Noren enjoyed some shenanigans in the sand at Erin Hills on Tuesday as we edge closer to the 2017 U.S. Open.

Inclement weather in Wisconsin earlier in the day spoiled the practice plans of some, before a collection of the sport's biggest names faced the media.

Rory McIlroy was aghast in his reaction to tournament organisers cutting down some of the rough following Kevin Na's criticism on Monday.

Lee Westwood was in agreement with his Ryder Cup team-mate, while 2012 champion Webb Simpson was the victim of some classic wordplay, as can be seen in our Twitter moment below...

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