U.S. Open Faces Weather Woes: Refunds Issued for Rain-Soaked Saturday at Oakmont

June 14, 2025
U.S. Open Faces Weather Woes: Refunds Issued for Rain-Soaked Saturday at Oakmont
  • The 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont is grappling with challenging weather conditions, leading the USGA to announce refunds for ticket holders of Saturday's round.

  • This decision comes after the Pittsburgh area experienced historic rainfall over the past three months, with heavy rain occurring just before the event.

  • An inch of rain fell on Oakmont overnight on June 13, significantly impacting course conditions.

  • The second round was suspended the evening prior due to lightning and rain, which caused pooling on the fairways and greens.

  • Despite the heavy rain, the USGA deemed the course "championship ready" for the resumption of the second round at 7:30 a.m. on June 14.

  • Gates and hospitality facilities will open at 8 a.m. on June 14, and attendees are advised to wear appropriate footwear and exercise caution.

  • Access to certain viewing areas will be limited to ensure spectator safety due to the wet conditions.

  • The weather forecast for Saturday indicates potential for additional rain, particularly in the morning, with thunderstorms also possible.

  • Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 70s later in the day, with winds gusting over 10 mph.

  • The third round is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. on the same day.

  • The final group, consisting of Sam Burns and J.J. Spaun, is set to tee off at 3:30 p.m. on June 14.

  • This year's U.S. Open cut is the highest in nearly 20 years at seven over par, surpassing the cut from the last tournament at Oakmont in 2016.

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