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Sam Burns Leads U.S. Open with 65, Avoids Calamity at Oakmont
- Sam Burns led the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont on June 13 with a five-under 65 score through 36 holes.
- Burns overcame a rough first round where he played the final four holes in five-over par, demonstrating resilience and skill.
- He made 11 birdies in two rounds, matching Viktor Hovland for most subpar holes at Oakmont since it became a par 70 in 2007.
- Burns stated, "I try to keep it very simple" regarding his putting, which leads the PGA Tour in strokes gained this season.
- Burns' strong performance positions him among the top contenders at a course known for its difficulty, suggesting he remains a major threat going forward.
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U.S. Open Round 2: Burns Surges Ahead as Oakmont Pushes Back
The 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club has lived up to its fearsome reputation. After two brutal rounds, only three players remain under par–a testament to the punishing layout, lightning-fast greens, and pin placements that have humbled the majority of the field.Burns Takes CommandOn Friday, American Sam Burns unleashed a sensational 65 (‑5), vaulting him to ‑3 overall and into solo possession of the top spot. His score now ranks as one of…
American Sam Burns leads the third major golf tournament of the year, the U.S. Open, after two days of competition with a score of three under par. He is one stroke ahead of compatriot J.J. Spaun and two strokes ahead of Norwegian Viktor Hovland.
On the difficult Oakmont Course in Pennsylvania, the local plays in the 2nd round to the top.
New York Post
hive.newsSam Burns left standing atop the US Open leaderboard as stars falter in nasty second round
Sam Burns leads at 3-under after shooting an eye-opening 5-under 65 on Friday and is one of only three players in the 156-man field under par.
The News-Herald
The Morning JournalSam Burns leads US Open with 65, avoids calamity at Oakmont
By Doug Ferguson The Associated Press OAKMONT, Pa. — Sam Burns avoided a meltdown that ruined his opening round at the U.S. Open and wound up with a big par save on his last hole for a 5-under 65 and the 36-hole lead. Best of all, he was long gone before the real calamity arrived late Friday afternoon at Oakmont. Rory McIlroy threw a club in disgust and smashed a tee marker. For punishment, he gets to come back for two more rounds because he bir…
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