J.J. Spaun Wins First U.S. Open After Early-Morning Emergency for Sick Daughter

J.J. Spaun won his first major golf title by capturing the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont, delivering a dramatic 65-foot birdie putt on the final hole. Despite a rough start with five bogeys in the first six holes, Spaun rallied on the back nine, highlighted by a birdie on the 17th and an incredible putt on the 18th to secure a two-stroke victory. His win was made even more remarkable by personal challenges; Spaun made an early morning CVS run at 3 a.m. to get medicine for his daughter Violet, who had a stomach bug and was vomiting all night. Spaun celebrated the victory surrounded by his family, signing his final scorecard with his two daughters, emphasizing a heartfelt Father's Day win. His resilience and ability to dig deep throughout the round, despite the chaos of his daughter’s illness and difficult weather conditions, made his victory a memorable and inspiring story. Spaun joins notable U.S. Open champions who birdied the last two holes, cementing his name among golf greats like Jack Nicklaus and Jon Rahm.