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J.J. Spaun Clinches First Major With 65-Foot Putt at U.S. Open

A pre-dawn trip to the CVS for his sick daughter fueled the late rally that propelled him into the world top 10.

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JJ Spaun putts on the 18th green to win during the final round of the U.S. Open golf tournament.
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Overview

  • Spaun rebounded from five bogeys in his first six holes of the final round to birdie four of the back nine and sink a 65-foot putt on the 18th for a two-stroke victory.
  • A 3 a.m. trip to a downtown CVS for medication for his sick daughter preceded Spaun’s rocky start and underscored his off-course challenges.
  • His U.S. Open triumph marked his first major title and vaulted him from 28th to eighth in the Official World Golf Rankings.
  • Spaun will carry his momentum to the Travelers Championship, a PGA Tour event with a $20 million purse, next on his schedule.
  • Some viewers noted an 'awkward' interaction between Spaun and his wife during post-victory celebrations, stirring speculation about their relationship.