Sam Burns Leads US Open as Hatton, Scott Surge into Contention

Tyrrell Hatton surged into contention at the US Open held at the demanding Oakmont course, firing a third-round 68 to sit five shots behind leader Sam Burns. Known for his temper on the course, Hatton joked that the brutal conditions have brought all players down to his level of mental fragility, but he remained composed and optimistic about his chances. Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre is also within reach, believing fully in his ability to win, while American Sam Burns leads at four-under-par. Conversely, 2022 champion Matt Fitzpatrick criticized the course setup as unfair, arguing it excessively penalizes slight mistakes and does not adequately reward good shots, a sentiment echoed by others including Rory McIlroy. Despite Fitzpatrick's frustrations at being nine-over, the tournament has seen extremely tough conditions that have tested every competitor's patience and skill. The contrasting emotions between Hatton's calmness and Fitzpatrick's frustration highlight the challenging nature of this year's US Open.