Scottie Scheffler, the world's top-ranked golfer, faced significant challenges with his swing during the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. Despite these struggles, Scheffler managed to salvage his third round, finishing at 4-over for the tournament.

Early Struggles and Mid-Tournament Adjustments Scheffler admitted that his swing felt off throughout the tournament, a rare occurrence for the usually consistent golfer. 'Usually over the course of 72 holes, you have a couple of days where the swing feels pretty good, and a couple where it's off,' Scheffler explained. 'This week, I've had three days where I haven't really had my swing, and I've been battling out there.'

Third Round Recovery Despite a rocky start with three bogeys on the front nine, Scheffler showed resilience by recording just one bogey on the back nine. He pulled even for the round with a birdie on the 17th hole, which was met with enthusiastic cheers from the grandstands. 'I felt like I had a hard time getting momentum,' Scheffler said. 'I made a few silly mistakes out there, a couple of three-putts, which is just a killer.'

Looking Ahead Scheffler acknowledged that he would need some help to threaten the lead on Sunday but remained optimistic. 'I'm not necessarily going to be rooting against anybody, but do I hope they go out and shoot 5-under on the back nine? I wouldn't mind,' he joked. 'It's just one of those deals where I put myself in this position. It's not the position I want to be in, but I've done a good job of hanging in there and staying in the tournament.'

Support from Family and Coach Scheffler's family provided a much-needed distraction and support. After his round, he was seen holding his 13-month-old son at the practice range, a moment of relaxation amidst the tournament's pressures. His swing coach, Randy Smith, also offered valuable insights that helped Scheffler improve his performance.

Conclusion While Scheffler's performance at the U.S. Open 2025 was not up to his usual standards, his determination and ability to stay competitive under challenging conditions were commendable. As he prepares for the final round, golf fans will be watching closely to see if he can turn his fortunes around and make a late surge up the leaderboard.