Paragliders get a birds-eye view of the U.S. Open

Paraglider pilot Russ Gibfried talks about the unique vantagepoint he’s enjoyed at the U.S. Open this week flying over Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego.

Staff Writer

June 18, 2021 7:49 PM PT

Paraglider pilot Russ Gibfried talks about the unique vantagepoint he’s enjoyed at the U.S. Open this week flying over Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego.

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Sam Farmer

Honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his “long and distinguished reporting in the field of pro football,” Sam Farmer has covered the NFL for 25 seasons. A graduate of Occidental College, he’s a two-time winner of California Sportswriter of the Year and first place for beat writing by Associated Press Sports Editors.