Sam Burns Leads US Open Oakmont Amid Major Stars Missing Cut

At the 2025 U.S. Open held at Oakmont Country Club, Sam Burns surged to the lead after a remarkable second-round 65, standing at three-under par and outpacing the field despite the course's punishing conditions. Only three players, including Burns, first-round leader J.J. Spaun, and Viktor Hovland, managed to remain under par after two rounds, highlighting Oakmont's brutal setup with dense rough and fast greens. Several top-ranked players struggled significantly, with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler barely making the cut and notable names like Bryson DeChambeau, Justin Thomas, Phil Mickelson, and Dustin Johnson missing the weekend entirely. Oakmont's difficulty was underscored by a cut line ballooning to seven-over par, and many players posting high scores, reflecting the challenge posed by the course and weather conditions. Burns, who had only one previous top-10 major finish, appeared to have found his form, while the tournament saw a mix of veteran and rising stars faltering under pressure. The weekend promises a compelling contest as the field battles both the course and each other for the championship.