Golfer Robert MacIntyre shows appreciation for JJ Spaun's winning putt at the US Open, offering a heartfelt round of applause.
Get psyched for the nail-biting 2025 US Open finale! Robert MacIntyre came thrillingly close to snagging his very first Major title, ending in a heart-wrenching solo-2nd, two strokes behind JJ Spaun.
At Oakmont, MacIntyre demonstrated a round for the history books, carding a final 68—his best-ever Major performance. It seemed like he'd book his ticket for a playoff until Spaun, in spectacular fashion, birdied the 17th and holed an extraordinary putt on the 72nd hole for a winning birdie that snatched the title right from MacIntyre's grasp.
Watch the moment of sportsmanship as a gracious MacIntyre, from the clubhouse, applauded Spaun's incredible putt on the final green.
MacIntyre shared his thoughts on the round: "Things didn't pan out the best in the beginning. I was 2-over through 3, but a lovely putt on 4, a par-5 for eagle, settled me down. That put me back in the tournament."
"The back nine was just all about fighting. You know, the rain delay. My previous rain delay comebacks hadn't been strong. Today, I said to myself, Why not me today? I trusted myself, trusted my caddie Mike, trusted all the work I've done, and we ended up sitting here in the clubhouse nicely just waiting and seeing."
While no official source specifies MacIntyre's final standing at the 2025 U.S. Open, his performance showcased the resolve and determination that's catapulted him into the limelight. Stop by to stay on top of the latest tour news, equipment reviews, head-to-heads, and buying guides from our team of tour experts. Well played, MacIntyre!
In the aftermath of the intense 2025 US Open finale, despite falling just short of securing his first Major title, Robert MacIntyre demonstrated remarkable skill in golf, as he carded a final 68, his best Major performance to date. Amidst the competition, MacIntyre showcased his passion for sports by applauding JJ Spaun's winning birdie putt on the final green.
