US Open 2025: McIlroy Survives, DeChambeau Out, Burns Leads!
The 2025 US Open at Oakmont is delivering drama! Rory McIlroy battled back from a disastrous start to make the cut, while defending champion Bryson DeChambeau suffered a shocking exit. Sam Burns leads the way after a blistering round.
McIlroy's Rollercoaster Ride
Rory McIlroy's second round was a wild one. Two double bogeys in his first three holes threatened to derail his tournament. At one point, frustration boiled over as he launched a club down the fairway. However, the Northern Irishman showed incredible resilience, finishing strongly with two birdies in his last four holes to secure his place for the weekend. He ended the day with a 72, putting him at six over par.
DeChambeau's Disappointing Defence
Bryson DeChambeau's title defence came to an abrupt end as he missed the cut. The American struggled to find his form on the challenging Oakmont course, leaving him well outside the qualifying mark. This result marks a significant disappointment for the defending champion.
Burns Blazes a Trail
Sam Burns stole the show with a remarkable round of 65, the best of the day. This impressive performance propelled him to the top of the leaderboard at three under par, giving him a one-shot lead over JJ Spaun. Viktor Hovland sits in third place, two strokes behind Burns.
Scheffler Still in Contention
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is still in the hunt, despite being seven strokes back at four over par. He'll be looking to make a move over the weekend and chase his second consecutive major victory.
Oakmont's Test
Oakmont is proving to be a stern test for all the players. The challenging course conditions have resulted in high scores and dramatic swings in the leaderboard. Only three players remain under par, highlighting the difficulty of the course. The weekend promises more exciting golf as the players battle it out for the US Open title.
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