Rory McIlroy had a two-stroke lead with five holes to play at the US Open at Pinehurst, but he made bogeys on three of the last four holes, allowing Bryson DeChambeau to clinch his second title with a thrilling one-stroke victory. DeChambeau shot a one-over-par 71 to finish at six-under-par 274, while McIlroy’s 69 left him at 275 after 72 holes.
DeChambeau’s emotional tribute to Payne Stewart, the 1999 US Open champion at Pinehurst, showed his respect and admiration for the golfer, adding depth to his triumph at the prestigious tournament. After sinking the winning putt, DeChambeau celebrated with arms raised and a scream of joy. The dramatic finish was reminiscent of Greg Norman’s loss at Pinehurst in 1996, adding tension to an already exciting day of golf.
