Jason Day’s Putter Change Sparks U.S. Open Comeback

At the U.S. Open at Oakmont, Jason Day improved his performance by manually bending his putter between rounds, an action allowed by the rules since it was done outside of play. This adjustment transformed his putting and helped him move into the top 20 after a poor first round. Sam Burns leads the tournament after three rounds, with J.J. Spaun and Adam Scott close behind, while Brooks Koepka and Scottie Scheffler remain in contention. The event has featured challenging greens that have tested even top players like Viktor Hovland and Jon Rahm. The tournament’s unpredictable nature is highlighted by both Day’s unusual equipment modification and references to past U.S. Open controversies. As the final round approaches, the leaderboard remains crowded and the outcome is uncertain.