From an overhead view, the sight is somewhat jarring. The Pennsylvania Turnpike essentially cuts Oakmont's golf course in half.

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It had not happened to Paul Casey before and has not happened to anyone since. When the Englishman walked towards the recorder’s hut in the 2007 US Open, his fellow pros on the practice green put down their putters and delivered a collective round of applause.

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.

The thick roughs and slippery greens of Oakmont Country Club have not disappointed at the 125th rendition of the US Open. After two days of golf, Denny McCarthy

Palmer, 32 in 1962, was not only golf's leading man but a household name throughout the United States. He endeared himself to fans with his unique, homemade golf swing, a flair for the dramatics and otherworldly charisma. Adding to Palmer's popularity? The start of his career coincided with golf being televised for the first time.

Golfers weren’t the only ones dressed for success on the links at Oakmont Country Club on Friday. Spectators displayed their fashion sense while walking outside the ropes among the thousands of fans during the second round of the U.

The 125th U.S. Open is taking place this week outside of Pittsburgh at Oakmont Country Club, and after a dry, hot start, shower and storm chances will increase for the weekend. Oakmont Country Club is hosting the tournament for a record 10th time this year, with the last one in 2016 when Dustin Johnson won.

There’s no such thing as a quick 18 holes at the U.S. Open, particularly when it’s at Oakmont. Players needed 5½ hours or more to get through each of the opening two rounds.