The 125th U.S. Open tees off this week at Oakmont Country Club, one of the sport’s most iconic and unforgiving venues. Known for its demanding par-70 layout that stretches over 7,342 yards, Oakmont has humbled even the best golfers — including Jordan Spieth, who isn’t complaining. In fact, he’s all in.
Speaking to reporters after an early practice round, the three-time major winner praised the course’s challenge. While past U.S. Opens have drawn criticism for their “tricked-up” setups, Spieth made it clear: Oakmont’s toughness is earned, not manufactured.
“This course is built to be like this,” Jordan Spieth said. “So they’re not doing a whole lot different to the golf course. You hit a good shot, you get rewarded for it here. And if you don’t, you’re in big trouble. It’s pure golf, no funny business about it.”
At 31, Jordan Spieth remains a fan favorite and major contender. With 16 professional wins, including three majors, he’s one of only a handful of players still chasing the elusive career Grand Slam. His breakout year in 2015 saw victories at The Masters, U.S. Open, and the Tour Championship, with a fourth major added at the 2017 Open Championship.
Jordan Spieth: A Star-Studded Field Awaits
Spieth’s respect for the course echoes what many in the field are feeling. The 156-player field is stacked with top talent, including World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, fresh off his PGA Championship win at Quail Hollow.
Rory McIlroy, who completed the modern career Grand Slam at Augusta National this April, is also looking to build momentum. Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau aims to become the first back-to-back U.S. Open winner since Brooks Koepka did it in 2017–18.
With such a loaded field and a historic course in play, the 125th U.S. Open promises a true test of championship golf, and as Jordan Spieth put it, a week of “no funny business.”
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