Episode 8: 2025 U.S. Open Recap: Oakmont Results, Leaderboard & Key Moments

Oakmont delivered exactly what we expected—chaos, carnage, and a champion who truly survived Oakmont Country Club.This week on The Drop, Harrison and Zach break down one of the wildest U.S. Opens in recent memory. J.J. Spaun’s comeback from a front-nine 40 to drain a 64-foot birdie on 18 and win his first major. We’re covering every twist, collapse, and club slam from golf’s most punishing test.In this episode:How Oakmont chewed up and spit out the field (74.63 scoring average)The three-putt epidemic and controversial course setupEmotional meltdowns from Rory, Shane Lowry, and Wyndham ClarkSpaun’s mixed gear setup - and why brand-free bags are the new waveNotable missed cuts: Bryson, Phil, JT, Åberg, DJ, and moreCaffeine Corner:  This week’s question might ruin your putting stats or your morning routine...Subscribe to The Drop Digest Our free weekly newsletter with extended show notes, coffee picks, gear tips, merch drops, and more—delivered every Thursday. thedroppodcast.substack.comListen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Follow us on Instagram & TikTok → @thedrop.golfcastListen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok → @thedrop.golfcast