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J.J. Spaun wins the U.S. Open for his first major title

OAKMONT, PENNSYLVANIA, JUN 16 – Spaun overcame a rain delay and tough course to win by two strokes at Oakmont, earning a $4.3 million prize and securing five years of PGA Tour major exemptions.

  • J.J. Spaun won the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont, securing his first major title with a two-shot victory.
  • The event followed a chaotic final round disrupted by a massive storm that soaked the course and forced a 96-minute delay.
  • Spaun overcame a back-breaking front nine 40 score by making four birdies on the back nine, including a 65-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole.
  • He completed the tournament at one under par, finishing two strokes clear of Robert MacIntyre from Scotland, who rallied strongly after starting the final round nine shots behind.
  • The victory earned Spaun $4.3 million from the $21.5 million purse, and Oakmont marked its 10th time hosting the U.S. Open, the most of any course.
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Cincinnati Enquirer broke the news in Cincinnati, United States on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
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