Inflammatory and arthritic causes of ankle lumps. Ankle lumps or swelling can also be caused by different types of arthritis that affect the ankle joint such as: Gout (type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints)
The U.S. Open is open to any professional, or to any amateur with an up-to-date men's USGA Handicap Index not exceeding 1.4. Players (male or female) may obtain a place by being fully exempt or by competing successfully in qualifying. The field is 156 players.
1 The first 12 players, including ties, in the previous year's Masters Tournament. 2  The first 4 players, including ties, in the previous year's US Open Championship.  The first 4 players, including ties, in the previous year's British Open Championship.