LOOK: 15-year-old Cole Hammer tears up, runs up a hill at US Open

Cole Hammer is the third-youngest golfer in the history of the US Open. So far, Hammer is off to a respectable start.

By Sean Wagner-McGough

Jun 18, 2015 at 10:14 am ET • 1 min read

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Cole Hammer is 15 years old. On Thursday, he officially became the third-youngest competitor at the US Open -- ever. Prior to his first shot of the tournament, Hammer took a moment to gather himself before beginning probably the most challenging test of his life.

And, as expected, Hammer was clearly emotional, showing signs of tearing up.

Hammer's opening drive left him unhappy with the result, but according to analysts on the scene, it really wasn't as bad as he made it out to be. Furthermore, Hammer appeared to keep his composure.

Cole Hammer doesn't like his opening tee shot, but for 15 yr old h.s. soph playing in U.S. Open looked pretty good from here.
— Bob Harig (@BobHarig) June 18, 2015

— Kyle Porter (@KylePorterCBS) June 18, 2015

Even if Hammer didn't walk away from his first shot satisfied, he probably won't be upset about the aftermath. In his first hole ever at the US Open, Hammer just missed out on a birdie, but still managed to make par.

Again, this kid is 15 years old.

Cole Hammer says he often gets called "Hammer Time." Also says he doesn't know what "Hammer Time" is from.
— Jason Sobel (@JasonSobelESPN) June 18, 2015

And he's out there parring holes at the US Open. He's also out there running up some slopes to follow his shots.