Rickie Fowler, Max Homa Miss U.S. Open Qualifying Spots

Rickie Fowler and Max Homa, both accomplished PGA Tour players, failed to qualify for the 2025 U.S. Open after losing in a five-man playoff to Cameron Young at the Columbus qualifier. The U.S. Open qualification involved intense competition across 10 venues, with 47 spots available for the major tournament scheduled at Oakmont Country Club. Homa notably carried his own bag for 38 holes following a recent split with his caddie, marking the end of his streak of consecutive major appearances dating back to 2019. English amateur Tyler Weaver and American amateur Matt Vogt, a dentist and former caddie at Oakmont, secured spots, highlighting the diverse field. South Africa's Erik Van Rooyen topped the leaderboard at Columbus, while other qualifiers included notable international players such as Matt Wallace and Thorbjorn Olesen. The qualification process, referred to as 'golf's longest day,' underscored the high stakes and drama leading up to the U.S. Open.