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J.J. Spaun Rallies From Early Struggles to Win U.S. Open at Oakmont

After a rain delay reset the field, Spaun sank a 64½-foot birdie putt on the final hole to clinch his first major.

OAKMONT, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 15: A view of the 18th green as a storm rolls in causing play to be suspended during the final round of the 125th U.S. OPEN at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)
OAKMONT, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 15: J. J. Spaun of the United States celebrates with the trophy after winning during the final round of the 125th U.S. OPEN at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Spaun bogeyed five of his first six holes in the final round before settling in once play resumed after the 96-minute rain interruption.
  • He finished at 1-under 279, becoming the only player under par for the week.
  • Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre finished runner-up at 1-over 281, while Viktor Hovland took third at 2-over 282.
  • The USGA’s $21.5 million purse awarded Spaun a $4.3 million winner’s check.
  • Oakmont’s narrow fairways, deep rough and slick greens tested competitors through heavy rain and gusty winds throughout the tournament.