Bryson DeChambeau's round at the US Open ended on a sour note as he missed a crucial 10-foot putt on the 18th hole, settling for a bogey and a round of 68. The putt, described as 'awful' by observers, stayed to the right of the cup and came up short, capping a day where DeChambeau struggled with his stroke despite a defiant performance.
DeChambeau's Round
DeChambeau, known for his stellar putting, failed to find his rhythm on the greens. The 10-footer was a microcosm of his day: a bobbling start and a lack of smoothness. Despite the struggles, he remained in contention at 6-under par, three shots behind leader Sam Burns, who finished at 10-under. DeChambeau's round included several crowd-pleasing moments, but his putting woes prevented him from closing the gap.
Leaderboard Update
Sam Burns holds the lead at 10-under after a solid round. Ryan Fox and Si Woo Kim are tied for second at 8-under, while Hayden Suber, Ryan Gerard, and Lucas Herbert are at 7-under through 16 holes. Ludvig Åberg and DeChambeau are part of a group at 6-under, keeping the tournament wide open.
Impact on the Tournament
DeChambeau's finish leaves him within striking distance, but he will need to improve his putting to challenge for the title. According to analysts, his ball-striking was solid, but the flat stick let him down. The US Open remains highly competitive, with multiple players within four shots of the lead heading into the final rounds.
