Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and two-time major winner John Rahm took very different paths to a tie for seventh at the U.S. Open.

Scottie Scheffler is the best golfer in the world. Regardless of also-ran status over the weekend in the U.S. Open at Oakmont, the affable Texan has done more than enough since turning pro seven years ago to distance himself from his nearest pursuers among the sport’s current elite.

This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 15, 2025, where it first appeared.

Sam Burns revealed the role that his friend, Scottie Scheffler, has played in his career, including his status as the 54-hole leader of the 2025 U.S. Open.

Sam Burns opened up about Scottie Scheffler after wrapping up his third round at the US Open on Saturday. Burns and World No. 1 Scheffler have been close friends for years, and while Scheffler has been the standout player in recent seasons,

Oklahoma State product Viktor Hovland finished third while former UNT golfer Carlos Ortiz finished in a tie for fourth.