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Miles Russell's Historic Qualification Miles Russell, a 17-year-old golfer, has qualified for the US Open, securing one of the 43 available spots. He will be playing at Shinnecock Hills next week, accompanied by his caddie, Charlie Woods, the son of golf legend Tiger Woods. Russell's Performance at the Qualifier Russell, ranked No 10 amateur in the world, survived a bogey on the first playoff hole to grab the fourth and final spot from the Florida qualifier. He expressed his excitement about having Charlie Woods on his team, saying it kept the atmosphere light and enjoyable. The Qualifier Details The qualifier saw 715 players from 10 sites across the US and Canada competing for spots. Giuseppe Puebla, the medalist from the Florida qualifier, ranks second behind Russell in the American Junior Golf Association ranking. Other Notable Qualifiers Vaughn Harber advanced in the playoff in one of the two Ohio qualifiers after playing his final five holes at The Lakes in five-under par. Jackson Van Paris birdied his last two holes to qualify without extra holes. Arni Sveinsson became the first player from Iceland to qualify for the US Open. Billy Horschel was among five who made it through in an otherwise tough season. What's Next for Russell and Woods Russell and Woods will head to Shinnecock Hills next week for the US Open. While Russell was coy about confirming Woods as his caddie for the tournament, he expressed his enjoyment of having him on the bag.