Adam Scott, Viktor Hovland Chase Sam Burns Going Into the Final Day of the US Open
- After the third round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont on June 14, Sam Burns held a slim one-shot advantage.
- Burns reached this position after steady play on Oakmont's difficult and wet course that demands patience and precision.
- Adam Scott shot a 67 to move within one shot, while J.J. Spaun shared the lead with Burns for much of the day before finishing one behind.
- Norwegian Viktor Hovland, sitting three shots behind at 8 over par, expressed confidence in his chances, noting that a strong performance could change the outcome in such a close competition.
- Burns leads into the final round with no margin for error, with Scott and Hovland closing strongly, suggesting an unpredictable finish at Oakmont.
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