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Bryson DeChambeau Leads U.S. Open by Three Shots at Pinehurst; McIlroy Trails at 7-Under-Par

Jun 16, 2024, 07:57 PM

Bryson DeChambeau leads the U.S. Open heading into the final round with a three-shot advantage at Pinehurst No. 2. DeChambeau, who shot a 3-under 67 in the third round despite working through a right hip injury, is at 7-under-par for the week. Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, and Matthieu Pavon are among the closest competitors, with McIlroy trailing by two strokes at one point. McIlroy managed to tie the lead with back-to-back birdies but eventually fell one stroke behind after a bogey on the 18th hole. DeChambeau, despite a bogey on the 15th, holds the lead and is favored to win his second U.S. Open title. The final moments are tense as DeChambeau and McIlroy are locked in a close battle.