Bryson DeChambeau Leads U.S. Open by Three Strokes; McIlroy and Cantlay in Pursuit

Jun 16, 2024, 02:02 PM

Bryson DeChambeau leads the U.S. Open by three strokes heading into the final round at Pinehurst No. 2 Golf Course. DeChambeau, who has been a crowd favorite, posted a dramatic third round, including a double bogey on the 16th hole but recovering with a birdie on the 17th. Rory McIlroy and Patrick Cantlay are in the penultimate pairing, both trailing DeChambeau. McIlroy, who birdied two of his last three holes, is one stroke behind DeChambeau. Tony Finau, who had an up-and-down third round including a triple bogey, remains in the top five. Ludvig Åberg, the betting favorite at +330, also remains a contender. The final round promises a thrilling showdown as DeChambeau seeks his second U.S. Open title, with McIlroy and Cantlay in close pursuit.