J.J. Spaun Triumphs Under Challenging Conditions to Win U.S. Open at Oakmont

J.J. Spaun navigated a daunting course and weather interruptions to claim victory at the U.S. Open held at Oakmont. Spaun’s turning point came when he birdied the 17th hole, seizing a one-stroke advantage. He then astonishingly sank a 64½-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole, clinching his unexpected triumph and surpassing Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre by two strokes. Spaun distinguished himself as the sole golfer under par, finishing at 1-under 279. He delivered a 2-over 72 on Sunday, and went 3 under on the back nine, leading to his most lucrative win yet with a $4.3 million purse.

Robert MacIntyre, aiming to be the first left-hander to capture the U.S. Open, concluded the tournament at 1-over 281. Spaun secured the lead at even par after reaching the green with a remarkable 309-yard drive on the brief par-4 17th. This victory highlights Spaun’s stellar golfing performance this year. The dramatic final round, played at the Oakmont Country Club, was distinguished by a 96-minute weather delay and persistent rain, making an already tough course even more challenging.