DeChambeau in the mix at another major and shares early 36-hole US Open lead with Detry
Bryson DeChambeau has become a regular fixture in the majors this year
PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) — Bryson DeChambeau was in contention again in a major, this time using his putter more than his power Friday to get through a roller-coaster day at Pinehurst No. 2 for a 1-under 69 to share the early 36-hole lead in the U.S. Open with Thomas Detry.
Rory McIlroy couldn't make a putt — he did chip in for par — and scratched out a 72 to remain very much in the mix as the toughest test in golf added another element.
The heat index was pushing 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius) by mid-afternoon with Patrick Cantlay and Ludvig Aberg trying to stay in front and Tiger Woods hoping to make the cut and stick around for two more days.
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler had his first round without a birdie in just over two years, a 74 that left him doubtful of making the cut. All that was giving him hope was a course that was relentless as ever with Donald Ross greens that resemble upside-down saucers, sandy landscapes instead of rough and a premium on par.
