On June 17th, 2025, we unpack the U.S. Open aftermath, from J.J. Spaun's historic win and Wyndham Clark's alleged locker room damage to Carlota Ciganda's LPGA victory and a look ahead to the Travelers.
U.S. OPEN: SPAUN'S TRIUMPH & OAKMONT'S BITE
- Marquee storyline: J.J. Spaun's emotional U.S. Open win, featuring caddie inspiration and a chaotic Father's Day, contrasts with Wyndham Clark's alleged locker room damage and strong finishes from Hatton & Ortiz.
- Supporting stat or quote: Spaun's caddie Mark Carens on a key read: "Look, Ed gave us a good read." Tyrrell Hatton on a tough 17th hole break: "is going to hurt a lot for a long time." Carlos Ortiz simply stated: "Oakmont happened."
- Human angle or fun fact: Spaun's win was L.A.B. Golf's first major (CEO Sam Hahn: "It's simply surreal"); he also battled his daughter's illness pre-round. Clark's alleged outburst drew comments from McDowell and Poulter on player frustrations.
LPGA TOUR: CIGANDA'S COMEBACK WIN
- Marquee storyline: Carlota Ciganda ended an over eight-year winless drought with an emotional victory at the Meijer LPGA Classic, holding off Hye Jin Choi for a memorable triumph.
- Supporting stat or quote: "It feels amazing, obviously, after all these years," said Ciganda, highlighting the significance of her long-awaited win as players look towards the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
- Human angle or fun fact: Hye Jin Choi's costly bogey on the 17th hole proved crucial in the final round, while Lexi Thompson showed good form with a T4 finish.
OTHER TOURS: NORRIS & JACKSON VICTORIOUS
- Marquee storyline: Shaun Norris conquered the Hana Bank Invitational on the Japan Golf Tour, while Palmer Jackson claimed victory at the Raiffeisenback Golf Challenge on the Challenge Tour.
- Supporting stat or quote: These international wins showcase the global reach of competitive golf and the diverse pathways to professional success for these talented players.
- Human angle or fun fact: Both Norris and Jackson celebrated significant career achievements, adding to the week's exciting golf narratives from around the world.
Quick Hits
- Scheffler: Oakmont "hardest course I've ever played," felt "hit by a bus" post-major.
- McIlroy: Finds new "Everest" in Portrush Open; Hank Haney critical of his club toss.
- Rahm: Credits keeping it in play & lag putting for his final round 67 (T7).
- Hatton & Ortiz: Emotional T4s at Oakmont secure 2026 Masters & U.S. Open spots.
- Travelers Championship Preview: U.S. Open champ J.J. Spaun a +5000 longshot for upcoming Signature Event.
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