US Open: Fowler and Clark Tied for Lead Heading into Final Round
Rickie Fowler and Wyndham Clark are tied for the lead heading into the final round of the US Open. Fowler missed a 3 1/2 foot putt for par on his last shot of the day, which would have given him a one-shot lead. Instead, he finished even-par for the day and tied with Clark at 10-under for the tournament. Rory McIlroy is one shot back, with Scottie Scheffler and Dustin Johnson also within striking distance.
Fowler Not Bothered by Missed Putt
Despite missing the putt that would have given him the lead, Fowler is not bothered. He knows that the final round will be tough, and that he will need to play well to win. He is not concerned about being tied for the lead, as he believes that the tournament really starts on the final day.
Clark Takes Bold Shot to Secure Final Group Spot
Clark secured his spot in the final group by taking a bold shot on the 18th hole. He went for a tight pin that he could barely see, and made a birdie to tie Fowler for the lead. Clark knows that every shot matters in a major tournament, and he wanted to be in the final group.
McIlroy Poised to End Major Drought
McIlroy is one shot back and poised to end his nine-year major drought. He played a steady round with one birdie and one bogey over his final 14 holes. McIlroy is happy to be in the hunt, and is looking forward to executing his game plan on the final day.
Scheffler Steals Three Shots to Get in the Mix
Scheffler stole three shots on the back nine to get into the mix. He holed a 7-iron from 196 yards on the 17th hole, and made a 20-foot birdie putt to finish with a round of 68. Scheffler has been consistent all year, and is looking to make a run at his first major title.
Final Hour Brings Drama and Surprises
The final hour of play brought drama and surprises. The North course at Los Angeles Country Club was baking in the sun all day, but the infamous marine layer rolled in late in the day. Scheffler’s eagle-birdie finish, Xander Schauffele’s up-and-down round, and Clark’s bold shot on the 18th hole were just a few of the highlights.
Tough Test Likely for Players Chasing Silver Trophy
The scores don’t indicate that this is the toughest test in golf, but it is likely to feel that way for the players chasing the silver trophy. Fowler and Clark are both going for their first major title, while McIlroy is hoping to end his drought. The final round promises to be exciting, with plenty of drama and surprises in store.