Oakmont proved to be too much for defending U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau and Masters champion Rory McIlroy, at least in the first round. DeChambeau carded a 3-over 73, whi

All three were between seven and eight shots behind the leader, and all were in danger of being cut Friday. The U.S. Open remains golf’s cruelest test.

Two of the pre-tournament favorites opened in red figures only to feel the full force of Oakmont before entering the clubhouse