Merion was called too short, too cramped and too much of a pushover – then the U.S. Open teed off. And when it was over, little Merion provided great theater and yet another memorable national championship.

Justin Rose opened his professional career by missing his first 21 cuts in a row. On Sunday, he emerged from a tight pack of stars to win the U.S. Open for his first major title. Catch up with our special coverage.

Justin Rose wins the U.S. Open, in part because he was so well prepared. Merion's own Mark Sheftic explains how this can help in your golf game.

Justin Rose won the U.S. Open at Merion, becoming the first Englishman since Tony Jacklin in 1970 to win the event. With the victory, he joins Masters champ Adam Scott with a spot in the 2013 PGA Grand Slam of Golf field.

It's not as much fun as actually playing golf, but we love to look at great photos that capture the game wherever it's played. Check out our gallery of interesting images from all corners of the globe for June.