The only noise players in the last group of the U.S. Open could hear during their approach shots on the 18th fairway was fans in the grandstands and around the 18th green celebrating what J.J. Spaun had just done. He holed a 65-foot putt to win the first major championship in his career. Sam Burns probably envisioned himself becoming a first-time major winner the previous day … [Read more...] about The losing end of the Major Championships
Who let the dogs out? | The Pitt News picks their underdogs for Championship Sunday
Looking at the current leaderboard, there are many names that look like the next U.S. Open winner. With one round until they’re crowned, don’t keep your eyes off these guys that could make just a big enough move and take home the major. Cameron Young // Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor Currently tied for ninth place at three-over-par, Cam Young is in a solid position to win. He’s … [Read more...] about Who let the dogs out? | The Pitt News picks their underdogs for Championship Sunday
Course wreaks havoc on seasoned veterans, delay looms large
Carnage. The only word to describe the way Oakmont Country Club eviscerated even the best golfers — just three finished under par after 36 holes. At the top of the group is Sam Burns, who finished 3 under par. Following him in the No. 2 spot is first-round leader J.J. Spaun, who notched a 2-over-par day to finish his first two rounds 2 under par. Rounding out the above-par … [Read more...] about Course wreaks havoc on seasoned veterans, delay looms large
Fast-paced afternoon fuels excellent first round at U.S. Open
The U.S. Open at Oakmont was hyped up as one of, if not the, hardest tournaments in the history of professional golf. With almost half-foot deep roughs and fairways shorter than ever, the U.S. Open presented itself as the premier competition in golf history. And it delivered — sort of. The U.S Open certainly was tough for many golfers, including some premier players like Rory … [Read more...] about Fast-paced afternoon fuels excellent first round at U.S. Open
Preview | Favorites and underdogs to watch out for at the U.S. Open at Oakmont
The U.S. Open is set to begin at sunrise on Thursday morning at Oakmont Country Club, just 25 minutes from Oakland. The tournament will boast 156 of the best golfers in the world, with 11 former U.S. Open champions and another 12 who have finished as runners-up. It will also feature one former U.S. Open champion who won at Oakmont — 2016 champion Dustin Johnson. Players will … [Read more...] about Preview | Favorites and underdogs to watch out for at the U.S. Open at Oakmont