SPAUN'S MAJOR MOMENT & OAKMONT DRAMA - June 17th, 2025

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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