During the second round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, Scottie Scheffler faced a challenging moment that revealed his frustration amid the demanding conditions. The world’s No. 1 golfer’s reaction after a difficult shot captured widespread attention, highlighting how the tough course setup is testing even the top players.
Oakmont Country Club, known for its historic difficulty, has intensified its challenge through recent renovations, featuring thick rough areas and unpredictable greens. Scheffler, competing under these conditions, hit a shot with a remarkable 104-foot apex, but as the ball approached the green, his reaction showed clear disappointment. In a rare display, Scheffler slammed his club on the ground in frustration.
“Gosh Dang It,” Scheffler uttered in frustration.
This moment was recorded by an X (formerly Twitter) user named theseeingi, who commented on the incident’s intensity and how emotions are running high at Oakmont.
“Scottie Scheffler with the violent club slam and a passionate “Gosh Dang it!”… Things are getting out of hand here at Oakmont”
Scheffler has built a reputation for maintaining composure during competitions, which underscores how much the difficult conditions at Oakmont have affected him. The USGA rated the course at a punishing 77.5, emphasizing the uphill battle all players are facing this week.
Starting his second round from the 10th hole, Scheffler managed a birdie but also encountered setbacks with bogeys on the 15th and 17th holes. On the front nine, the Texan pro recorded two bogeys at holes one and three, balanced by birdies at holes two and four.
Scottie Scheffler Opens Up on Oakmont’s Tough Course Conditions
After his opening round at Oakmont, Scheffler posted a 3-over-par 73, falling short of the few professionals who carded under par. Addressing the media during Friday’s press conference, he described the challenges posed by the course’s unique features, particularly the lightning-fast greens.
“The greens just got challenging out there late in the day. There’s so much speed and so much pitch and then with the amount of guys going through on these greens, they can get a little bit bumpy.”
Scheffler further detailed the course’s penalty for even slight errors, explaining how difficult it is to stay in play and secure close shots. This makes the layout unforgiving for competitors who stray from the intended line.
“It’s just really hard to get the ball in play, and it’s really hard to get the ball close. Anytime you’re out of position, the golf course just gets really challenging.”
Through 33 holes of the event, Scheffler holds a total score of 4-over par, reflecting the steady struggle he and others face on this rigorous Pennsylvania course.
The 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont is shaping up as a true test of skill and patience for Scottie Scheffler and his fellow professionals. Given the course’s severity, maintaining composure and adapting strategy will be key as the tournament continues and players seek to conquer the historic venue’s demanding setup.