US Open 2023 Update: Rickie Fowler & Wyndham Clark Share Lead, McIlroy and Scheffler in Contention
Rory McIlroy remains a strong contender in the US Open, trailing joint leaders Rickie Fowler and Wyndham Clark by just one shot at the Los Angeles Country Club. McIlroy, a four-time major champion with three wins in his last four majors starting with three rounds in the 60s, posted a one-under 69 to reach nine under for the tournament.
Fowler, who is seeking his first major victory, finished with a 70 and joined fellow American Clark at 10 under after a bogey on the final hole. World number one Scottie Scheffler sits three shots behind the leaders, delivering an eagle from 196 yards on the 17th and birdying the last hole. Scheffler aims to become only the second player, after Tiger Woods, to win the US Open while holding the top spot in the world rankings.
Despite struggling on the greens, both McIlroy and Scheffler showcased exceptional shots throughout the round. McIlroy navigated the challenging back nine with a level-par performance, and if his putting improves in the final round, he could end his nine-year wait for a fifth major championship.
Reflecting on his play, McIlroy said, “I feel pretty good… I’m going out there to try to execute a game plan. I feel like the past three days I’ve done that really well. I just need to do that for one more day.”
Earlier in the day, Tom Kim’s impressive birdie streak hinted at the scoring opportunities on the front nine of the north course. Kim shot a 29 on the front nine, equaling the lowest nine-hole score in US Open history, before finishing with a 66. The leaderboard witnessed fluctuations throughout the day, culminating in Fowler and Clark sharing the lead once again and teeing off together in the final group on Sunday.
Harris English trails by four shots, while Dustin Johnson, the 2016 champion, and Xander Schauffele sit at five under. Schauffele, the Olympic champion, had a challenging start but managed to recover with a series of birdies. Defending champion Matt Fitzpatrick improved to one under with a solid two-under 68, matching the score of Ireland’s Padraig Harrington.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about US Open 2023: Golf Championship
Who are the current leaders in the US Open 2023?
Rickie Fowler and Wyndham Clark are the joint leaders in the US Open 2023.
How is Rory McIlroy performing in the tournament?
Rory McIlroy is performing well and is currently one shot behind the leaders in the US Open 2023.
What is Scottie Scheffler’s position in the tournament?
Scottie Scheffler is currently three shots behind the leaders in the US Open 2023.
Can Rickie Fowler win his first major in this tournament?
Rickie Fowler has a chance to win his first major in the US Open 2023 as he is currently one of the leaders.
Who is the world number one in golf?
The world number one in golf currently is Scottie Scheffler.
Has Rory McIlroy won any majors before?
Yes, Rory McIlroy has won four major championships in the past.
What is the current position of Dustin Johnson?
Dustin Johnson is currently tied for fifth place in the US Open 2023.
What is the significance of Scottie Scheffler’s performance in relation to Tiger Woods?
Scottie Scheffler has the opportunity to become the second player, after Tiger Woods, to win the US Open while being ranked number one in the world.
More about US Open 2023: Golf Championship
- US Open Official Website
- PGA Tour Official Website
- Rory McIlroy’s Official Website
- Rickie Fowler’s Official Website
- Wyndham Clark’s PGA Tour Profile
- Scottie Scheffler’s PGA Tour Profile
5 comments
wow, the US open sounds so exciting this year! i can’t wait to see who will win. i hope rickie and wyndham keep their lead and get their first major win!
Rory Mcilroy is a legend! he’s won four majors before and he’s so close to the leaders. i’m rooting for him to make a comeback and take home another trophy.
Scottie Scheffler’s putting might not be the best, but he’s still in contention. if he can improve his putting game, he could really give the others a run for their money. go Scottie!
this year’s US Open seems to have a lot of surprises and twists. with players like Rickie, Wyndham, and Rory in the mix, anything can happen. it’s going to be an epic showdown!
it’s great to see the US Open bringing together such talented golfers from all over the world. i can’t wait to watch the final round and see who comes out on top!