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Oakmont, June 15: What was shaping up to be a tense, nail-biting finish at the 125th U.S. Open has now turned into a waiting game. Sunday’s final round at Oakmont was suspended midway due to dangerous weather—lightning, heavy rain, and wind all sweeping across western Pennsylvania just as the leaders were beginning their charge.
Sam Burns Still on Top—But Just Barely
When play was halted, Sam Burns was clinging to a one-shot lead at –2, with Adam Scott hot on his heels at –1. It’s Burns’s first time leading after 54 holes in a major—and now, thanks to Mother Nature, he’ll have even more time to sit with that pressure.
Burns has looked calm all week. He’s avoided big mistakes and managed Oakmont’s brutal layout better than most. But golf doesn’t care what you did yesterday—and the restart will be a whole new challenge.
Adam Scott: Still Hunting, Still Dangerous
Scott, 44, hasn’t won a major since 2013. That stat looms large, especially when you realize he’s come close more times than most can count. But today, he looked composed and measured. He’s one back. And he’s still right there.
According to News.com.au, Scott knows exactly what this moment means. “You don’t get a lot of Sundays like this,” he said earlier this week. “You’ve got to grab it when it’s yours.”
We’ll see if he can.
Hovland and Hatton Are Lurking
Just a shot or two behind the leaders, Viktor Hovland and Tyrrell Hatton sit at +1. Both are known for their streaky brilliance—especially Hovland, whose iron game can catch fire at any moment. If Burns or Scott slip, either man could take control. And on this course? That kind of swing can happen fast.
Spaun Slips, Rahm Climbs
J.J. Spaun started the day in strong position but took an early hit on hole 2—an unlucky bounce, a bogey, and then another. He’s now +2, but technically still within range, especially if Oakmont stays brutal.
Meanwhile, Jon Rahm is already in the clubhouse after carding a final-round 67. That moved him to +4, and while it probably won’t win it, stranger things have happened—especially with weather delays, soggy greens, and nerves fraying across the leaderboard.
Weather: The Real Wildcard
This wasn’t just a drizzle. Lightning and driving rain forced officials to clear the course mid-round. At one point, radar suggested delays could stretch well past an hour. Players hunkered down in the locker room. Fans scattered under awnings. And the leaderboard? Frozen in time.
There’s no official word yet on a restart, but all signs point to a possible Monday finish—not uncommon at Oakmont, but frustrating for everyone involved.
The USGA says they’ll monitor conditions and update schedules accordingly.
Leaderboard at Suspension
| Position | Player | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sam Burns | –2 |
| 2 | Adam Scott | –1 |
| T3 | Viktor Hovland | +1 |
| T3 | Tyrrell Hatton | +1 |
| 5 | J.J. Spaun | +2 |
| CL | Jon Rahm | +4 |
Only four players are under par. And it’s likely none of them are sleeping easy tonight.
Final Stretch Will Be All About Nerves
Oakmont doesn’t get easier the longer you wait. The rough stiffens. The greens get crusty. And the pressure—well, that only multiplies when there’s no sun in the sky and no rhythm to hold onto.
When play resumes, it’ll be less about swing mechanics and more about mental survival. Who stays calm? Who cracks? That’ll decide who walks away with the trophy—and who watches it slip away.
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