At the U.S. Open golf tournament, the cut is made after 36 holes, and the top 60 players plus ties from the starting field make it through to the weekend rounds. The starting field typically consists of 156 players. This means that usually just under half the field continues to play in the third and fourth rounds. Unlike other majors, the U.S. Open does not use a 10-stroke rule to expand the cut line, which has resulted in stricter cut standards over the years. For example, in recent tournaments, about 60 to 70 players typically make the cut. In summary:

• The top 60 players and ties make the cut at the U.S. Open.
• The field typically starts with 156 players.
• This results in just under half the field playing the weekend rounds.
• There is no 10-stroke rule to broaden the cut.
• Recent years have seen about 65 to 74 players making the cut depending on the tournament conditions.

This format is distinct from other major championships such as the PGA Championship and The Open Championship, which cut to the top 70 and ties, and The Masters, which cuts to the top 50 and ties but has fewer starting players.