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    American shows remarkable resurgence, hits a 65-foot birdie on 72nd to win the US Open

    J.J. Spaun, a 34-year-old underdog, conquered Oakmont's challenging course to win the 125th US Open. Despite a rocky start, Spaun's remarkable back-nine performance, highlighted by a stunning 65-foot birdie putt on the final hole, secured his maiden major title.

    Spaun captures first major title with US Open victory

    JJ Spaun secured a stunning US Open victory at Oakmont, overcoming a difficult start with a remarkable comeback. He sank a 65-foot birdie putt on the final hole to finish at one-under-par 279, defeating Robert MacIntyre by two shots. Spaun's dramatic finish and clutch performance earned him his first major championship and a $4.3 million prize, marking a career-defining moment.

    US Open 2025 payout: total purse, winner’s share and full prize money breakdown

    The 2025 US Open at Oakmont features a $21.5 million purse, with $4.3 million awarded to the champion. This payout equals the largest first-place check in major golf history. See the full payout breakdown, including prize money for the top 66 finishers in this year’s tournament

    Sam Burns seizes third round US Open lead with Adam Scott and JJ Spaun one back

    Sam Burns leads the US Open after Saturday's third round, carding a one-under 69. He sits at four-under 206, narrowly ahead of JJ Spaun and Adam Scott, who are tied at 207. Scott's late birdies propelled him up the leaderboard. Meanwhile, big names like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler faced challenges, hindering their pursuit of the championship.

    US Open 2024: Oakmont's brutal course crushes golf's biggest stars

    Oakmont's challenging course at the US Open humbled many top golfers, with high scores and shattered hopes defining the early rounds. Thriston Lawrence initially surged but faltered, while Sam Burns delivered a remarkable performance.

    Sam Burns sizzles with 65, takes surprise US Open lead

    Sam Burns fired a stunning 65 at Oakmont, seizing the US Open lead at three-under. JJ Spaun faltered late, dropping to second, while Viktor Hovland secured third. Rory McIlroy barely made the cut after a rocky start. Bryson DeChambeau missed the cut, as did Phil Mickelson, ending his career Grand Slam bid.

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