U.S. Open Faces Weather Woes: Refunds Issued for Rain-Soaked Saturday at Oakmont
June 14, 2025
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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NBC Sports • Jun 14, 2025
USGA offers refund for ticketed fans because of playable but 'very saturated' Oakmont - NBC Sports
Golf.com • Jun 14, 2025
U.S. Open weekend weather: USGA offers refunds for Saturday's round