Key facts
- Adam Scott will participate in his 100th consecutive major championship at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.
- Scott's streak began at the 2001 British Open.
- Jack Nicklaus holds the record for the longest streak with 146 consecutive majors.
- Notable golfers like Tom Watson, Sergio Garcia, and Tiger Woods also had significant major championship streaks.
- Scott qualified for the 2024 U.S. Open due to a ranking change following Grayson Murray's death.
Adam Scott is set to compete in his 100th consecutive major championship at the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, a remarkable feat placing him among golf's elite.
Scott's streak began at the 2001 British Open and has continued uninterrupted. He joins legends like Jack Nicklaus, who holds the record with 146 consecutive majors, and Tom Watson, whose streak reached 87. Other notable golfers with long major streaks include Sergio Garcia (84), Vijay Singh (67), Nick Faldo (65), Phil Mickelson (61), Tiger Woods (46), Justin Rose (48), and Rory McIlroy (42 and ongoing).
Reasons for the cessation of these streaks vary, including injuries, personal reasons, and a decline in competitive standing. Nicklaus cited hip issues and a loss of competitiveness, while Watson was sidelined by a shoulder injury. Garcia's streak ended due to a positive COVID-19 test, and Woods' concluded with knee surgery.
Scott's qualification for the 2024 U.S. Open was secured after Grayson Murray, who was ranked 59th in the world, passed away. This allowed Scott, ranked 61st, to move into the field.