The second round of the 2025 U.S. Open tees off Friday morning at historic Oakmont Country Club, where J.J. Spaun holds a surprise lead after an opening-round 66. With the notoriously difficult course already showing its teeth and many of golf’s biggest names lurking just a few shots back, Friday’s action promises high drama. Here’s everything you need to know to catch all the Round 2 action.
Round 2 Storylines to Watch
- Can Spaun Maintain His Lead?
The 34-year-old has two runner-up finishes this season but now finds himself in unfamiliar territory – leading a major championship. Oakmont’s brutal layout means no lead is safe, especially with names like Jon Rahm (T2) and Brooks Koepka (T2) breathing down his neck. - Star Power Looking to Bounce Back
Several pre-tournament favorites struggled in Round 1:- Rory McIlroy and Phil Mickelson shot 74s
- World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau posted 73s
- Defending champion Wyndham Clark sits at +2
All remain within striking distance if they can solve Oakmont’s puzzles on Friday.
- Featured Groups to Follow
Friday’s marquee pairings include:- 7:29 AM ET: Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm, Dustin Johnson
- 7:40 AM ET: Viktor Hovland, Collin Morikawa, Scottie Scheffler
- 1:25 PM ET: Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy
- 1:14 PM ET: Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau
Complete TV and Streaming Schedule
Television Coverage (ET):
- 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Early coverage on Peacock
- 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM: NBC (main broadcast)
- 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Wrap-up on Peacock
Streaming Options:
- Peacock: Exclusive early coverage starting at 6:30 AM
- USOpen.com/USGA App: Featured group coverage
- All-Access Coverage: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Peacock
Featured Group Streaming Times:
- Morning Wave: 7:17 AM ET
- Afternoon Wave: 1:02 PM ET
Round 2 Tee Times (All Times Eastern)
Hole #1:
6:45 AM – Will Chandler, Andrea Pavan, Takumi Kanaya
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8:57 AM – Austen Truslow, Harrison Ott, George Duangmanee
12:30 PM – Zac Blair, Scott Vincent, Alistair Docherty
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2:42 PM – Zach Bauchou, Jackson Buchanan, Lance Simpson (a)
Hole #10:
6:45 AM – Frederic LaCroix, Emiliano Grillo, Sam Bairstow
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8:57 AM – Grant Haefner, Joey Herrera, George Kneiser
12:30 PM – Matt Vogt (a), Kevin Velo, Trent Phillips
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2:42 PM – Philip Barbaree, Riley Lewis, Brady Calkins
Keys to Success at Oakmont
- Navigate the Church Pews Bunkers
Oakmont’s infamous hazards require precise shot-making. Players averaging over 60% fairways hit in Round 1 were nearly two shots better than those who didn’t. - Master the Lightning-Fast Greens
Stimpmeter readings are expected to approach 15 on Friday, making putting an extreme challenge. The field averaged 1.8 putts more than their season average in Round 1. - Survive the Stretch (Holes 3-7)
This brutal five-hole stretch played nearly two strokes over par in Round 1 and could decide who makes the cut.
Weather Forecast
Partly cloudy with highs near 80°F. Winds 8-12 mph could make already difficult conditions even more challenging, especially on exposed holes like the par-3 8th.
Projected Cut Line
Early projections suggest +4 or +5 will make the weekend, meaning several big names enter Friday on the bubble:
- Justin Thomas (+3)
- Cameron Smith (+3)
- Tony Finau (+4)
How to Follow Along
- Live Scoring: USOpen.com
- Social Media: @USGA on Twitter for real-time updates
- Radio: SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92)
With Oakmont’s reputation as the toughest test in golf and the leaderboard packed with stars, Friday’s second round promises to deliver compelling drama. Will Spaun hold his nerve? Can the struggling favorites fight back? Tune in to find out.
