U.S. Open Dreams Dented By Tough 13Th Hole

Tony Finau hits his tee shot on the second hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament Saturday, June 15, 2024, in Pinehurst, N.C. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

In the third round of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, Tony Finau and Ludvig Aberg faced setbacks on the 13th hole, impacting their chances at the championship. Both players struggled on the par-4 hole, resulting in triple bogeys that affected their positions on the leaderboard.

Finau, who started the day two shots behind Aberg, found himself in trouble after his approach shot on the 13th green spun back into a difficult position. Despite his efforts to recover, Finau ended up with a triple bogey, adding pressure to his final round. Aberg, on the other hand, faced a similar fate on the same hole, compounding his challenges in the tournament.

The difficult pin placement on the 13th green proved to be a significant challenge for several players during the round, with multiple high scores recorded on the hole. Finau's struggles on the hole were particularly frustrating, as he navigated through various obstacles before finishing with a triple bogey.

Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy, Finau's playing partner, managed to salvage a par on the 13th by opting for a different approach, showcasing the demanding nature of the course. McIlroy's ability to adapt to the challenging conditions helped him stay in contention for the championship, despite the difficulties faced by other players.

Difficult pin placement on 13th green challenged multiple players.

Finau and Aberg faced setbacks on the 13th hole with triple bogeys.

McIlroy salvaged a par on 13th, showcasing course's demanding nature.

Aberg's consistent play disrupted by triple bogey on 13th.

DeChambeau leads after strong third round performance.

Competition intensifies as players contend for U.S. Open title.

Pinehurst No. 2 tests players' skills and resilience.

Players adapt to challenging conditions on the course.

Aberg, who had been playing consistently up to that point, also encountered difficulties on the 13th hole, resulting in a triple bogey that impacted his position on the leaderboard. The unpredictable nature of the course at Pinehurst No. 2 was evident as players struggled to navigate the challenging layout.

As the tournament heads into the final round, Bryson DeChambeau emerged as the leader after a strong performance in the third round. With Aberg and Finau trailing behind, the competition remains intense as players strive to overcome the obstacles presented by the course and contend for the U.S. Open title.

The third round at Pinehurst No. 2 highlighted the demanding nature of the U.S. Open, testing players' skills and resilience in the face of challenging conditions. As the championship unfolds, the stage is set for an exciting conclusion as players battle for victory on one of golf's most prestigious stages.