Masters champion Rory McIlroy entered the day at 4 over par, while Justin Thomas, Justin Rose and Hideki Matsuyama are also among the players close to the line. Scottie Scheffler and reigning U.S.

On the other hand, many big names couldn't figure out Oakmont and will be sent home early. The big winner from Friday is Sam ...

OAKMONT, Pa. — Sam Burns avoided a meltdown that ruined his opening round at the U.S. Open and wound up with a big par save on his last hole for a 5-under 65 and the 36-hole lead. Best of all, he was ...