Sam Burns entered the final round of the 2025 U.S. Open in the lead, and it appeared he might be the only player to survive Oakmont. That was not the case.

Sickened Sam Burns has spoken out on the hugely-controversial decision which finally blew apart his US Open dream. The American star was at the centre of a massive drama in the final stages at Oakmont and seemed to be the victim of a hotly-contested call from tournament officials.

Golf fans have made the same complaint while watching the fourth and final round of the 2025 US Open. The tournament is being held at the Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania, with a prize fund totalling $21,500,000 for the field of 156 players.

Sam Burns fell apart during the final round of the U.S. Open at Oakmont on Sunday, and a controversial ruling on No. 15 may have contributed to his collapse.

Sam Burns asked two rules officials for relief from a wet lie at the US Open, and many fans were confused at why his requests were rejected.

What the leaders were saying after 2 rounds of the US Open, hear from the top four players along with Scottie Scheffler about the challenge at Oakmont

I hope Sam 3 putts ... their reactions to one word: 'Disgusting.' But many, many more responders celebrated Burns for his hobby and his massive kill. 'That's a big buck!!' one fan wrote, echoing ...

Nick Dunlap (L) and Sam Burns (R) and Donald Trump (Inset) {Image Source: All from Getty and Comments via X/@unclbobo@DavidWilso68155) Fans have reacted to Sam Burns and Nick Dunlap playing a ...