J.J. Spaun Stuns Golf World with Thrilling U.S. Open Victory, Banks Record $4.3M Payday!

In a heart-pounding Sunday finale, J.J. Spaun seized his first U.S. Open title—and just his second PGA Tour win ever—edging out Robert MacIntyre by two strokes in a dramatic showdown at Oakmont. The 34-year-old underdog’s triumph earned him a life-changing $4.3 million, matching Bryson DeChambeau’s 2024 prize in what’s now golf’s richest major championship ($21.5M total purse).

A Rollercoaster Road to Glory

Spaun electrified the crowd with a 4-under 66 in Round 1, only to falter Friday and Saturday as Louisiana’s Scott Burns surged ahead. But in a back-nine collapse, Burns crumbled Sunday, while Spaun clawed back with ice-cool precision. MacIntyre, a two-time PGA winner in 2024, fought hard but couldn’t close the gap, finishing 1-over par after a rain-delayed final round.

A Career-Defining Payday

Before Oakmont, Spaun’s biggest win was the 2022 Valero Texas Open ($1.5M). Now, his earnings leap to $22M+—with even bigger perks: automatic entries to all majors for 5 years and U.S. Open exemptions through 2035!

Oakmont’s Legendary Challenge

The iconic course hosted its record 10th U.S. Open, living up to its reputation as one of golf’s toughest tests. Yet Spaun conquered it—joining legends like Nicklaus and Hogan in the history books.

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This isn’t just a win—it’s a Cinderella story for the ages. 🏆⛳ #USOpen