Tournament: 125th U.S. Open Championship
Dates: June 12–15, 2025
Venue: Oakmont Country Club, Oakmont, Pennsylvania
Broadcast: NBC, Peacock, Golf Channel
Overview: U.S. Open Returns to Oakmont for a Historic 125th Edition
The 2025 U.S. Open Golf Championship returns to the legendary Oakmont Country Club, widely regarded as one of the toughest tests in professional golf. Known for its lightning-fast greens, penal rough, and narrow fairways, Oakmont has hosted more U.S. Opens than any other course and is the perfect stage for the season’s third major.
This year’s field is stacked with elite talent, including World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, Masters champion Rory McIlroy, and defending U.S. Open winner Bryson DeChambeau. With FedExCup points, Ryder Cup spots, and Player of the Year honors on the line, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Course Breakdown: Oakmont Country Club
- Par: 70
- Yardage: 7,255 yards
- Signature Features: Church pew bunkers, slick Poa annua greens, and brutal rough
- Historical Note: Last hosted the U.S. Open in 2016 (won by Dustin Johnson)
Oakmont demands precision off the tee, elite short game control, and mental toughness. Par is a great score here—expect winning totals around even par.
Top Contenders to Watch
Scottie Scheffler
- World Ranking: No. 1
- Recent Form: 3 wins in last 4 starts, including the PGA Championship and Memorial Tournament
- U.S. Open Record: 3 top-10s in 7 starts
Scheffler is in dominant form and chasing his first U.S. Open title to move closer to a career Grand Slam.
Rory McIlroy
- 2025 Masters Champion
- U.S. Open Champion (2011)
- Recent Form: Missed cut at RBC Canadian Open, but 6 straight U.S. Open top-10s
McIlroy is seeking redemption after a rough week in Canada and could complete a historic double with a win at Oakmont.
Bryson DeChambeau
- Defending Champion
- 2-time U.S. Open winner
- Strengths: Power off the tee, improved course management
DeChambeau has evolved from a pure bomber into a strategic force and thrives on difficult layouts.
Ludvig Åberg
- Breakout Star
- World Ranking: Top 10
- Strengths: Ball-striking, calm under pressure
Åberg is still seeking his first major, but many believe it’s only a matter of time.
Dark Horses & Sleepers
- Corey Conners – Elite driving accuracy, ideal for Oakmont’s tight fairways
- Sepp Straka – In top form with precision iron play
- Russell Henley – Consistent in majors, thrives on tough setups
Storylines to Follow
- Scheffler vs. McIlroy – Both own a major in 2025; this could decide Player of the Year
- Ryder Cup Implications – Strong finishes could lock in spots for Bethpage Black
- FedExCup Race – Only 10 events remain before the playoffs
