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.

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

OAKMONT, Pa. — Scottie Scheffler made yet another visit to Oakmont’s famous Church Pews. He also bogeyed a hole after nearly driving the green. That wasn’t enough to knock the top-ranked player out of contention — in the eyes of the betting markets and Scheffler himself.

Scottie Scheffler does not appear pleased with how things are going for him at the US Open, even though he'll comfortably make the cut.

Rarely Frustrated Scottie Scheffler Reveals Anger During US Open originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Scottie Scheffler has been such a big favorite in golf that he had to get rid of his Venmo account. Turns out he was getting requests from fans who either paid him a few bucks for their betting wins or were asking for refunds.

First- and second-round tee times for the 156-player field at the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania, were officially released Tuesday.