231: Previewing the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont: The Hardest Course in Golf?

231: Previewing the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont: The Hardest Course in Golf?

With the 2025 U.S. Open set to begin this week at Oakmont, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme discuss quotes from Dustin Johnson, Xander Schauffele and Justin Thomas in preparation for what is arguably the most difficult test in major championship golf. Smylie analyzes the large, fast, and dramatically sloped green complexes at Oakmont, and the role that the poa annua grass on those greens could help determine this week's winner. Smylie and Charlie also go in-depth on biggest names tipped to win at Oakmont, and make their picks for the week.

From Bryson DeChambeau’s precision to John Rahm’s mindset, they analyze top contenders, highlight form players, and even discuss under-the-radar picks. Plus, the crew shares hilarious travel stories, from culturally immersive Airbnbs to Taco Bell pit stops, showcasing the lighter side of major championship weeks.

🏌️‍♂️ Highlights include:
- Smylie’s expert take on Oakmont’s insane course design and difficulty.
- Player strategies to handle those tricky greens and dense roughs.
- Bold picks and predictions for the U.S. Open, including long shots and favorites.
- Fun debates on who has what it takes to win this week.

Join Smylie and Charlie for this entertaining and insightful U.S. Open preview. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insights, laughs, and behind-the-scenes stories!

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - INTRO
04:42 - Oakmont course setup
06:37 - Discussing rough length
09:13 - Oakmont green complexes
18:16 - Latest outright winner odds
19:01 - Rory McIlroy
23:50 - Scottie Scheffler
27:17 - Bryson DeChambeau
32:16 - Jon Rahm
35:24 - Xander Schauffele
40:04 - Ludvig Aberg
48:54 - Picking a DFS lineup
54:11 - One and Done picks

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Sepp Straka joins the show after John Deere win + we're Threadin'!

Sepp Straka joins the show after John Deere win + we're Threadin'!

Fresh off his second PGA Tour win at the John Deere Classic, Sepp Straka joins Smylie to break down his electric final round 62, the impact his win has on making the Euro Ryder Cup team, and his phone that can only text message and make calls. Smylie and Charlie discuss the Spring Break Crew at Wimbledon, how they plan to use the newest social media app "Threads," and a string of great golf that has Smylie playing to a +5.2 handicap.

10 Jul 20231h 2min

On the Tee with Rickie Fowler

On the Tee with Rickie Fowler

Smylie is joined by his "cartner," fellow 2016 spring breaker, and good friend Rickie Fowler to recap Rick's first win on PGA Tour since 2019. Rickie explains the origin story behind his bold clothing choices, goes into detail on the swing changes he's made with Butch Harmon, and reveals the nerves he felt before the final round of the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic.

6 Jul 202347min

Rickie Wins! Recapping a thrilling finish at the Rocket Mortgage Classic

Rickie Wins! Recapping a thrilling finish at the Rocket Mortgage Classic

After coming close numerous times this season, including at the U.S. Open, Rickie Fowler finally wins his first PGA Tour event since 2019 at the Rocket Mortgage Classic - and Smylie called it the week before! Smylie discusses how happy he is to see a good friend and spring break buddy back in the winners circle, and what implications it could have for his chances of making the Ryder Cup team in the fall.

3 Jul 202339min

On the Tee with Steph Curry

On the Tee with Steph Curry

Smylie is joined by four-time NBA champ and two-time NBA MVP Steph Curry as he prepares to play in the eighth edition of "The Match" in Las Vegas. Steph discusses his recent trip to Cypress Point, whether NIL would have impacted his college decision, the biggest basketball shot of his career, his role as Justin Thomas' shooting coach, and the wild question Jordan Spieth asked President Obama during a round of golf.

29 Jun 202343min

Smylie's "On the Road" Travelers recap + best Member-Guest formats

Smylie's "On the Road" Travelers recap + best Member-Guest formats

After a missed connecting flight on his trip back from the Travelers Championship, Smylie joins Charlie on the drive home to Birmingham to discuss all the action from TPC River Highlands, playing golf in overcorrected glasses, the best formats and traditions for Member-Guest tournaments, and a brief preview of the Rocket Mortgage Classic that quickly turns into an in-depth look at Min Woo Lee's schedule.

26 Jun 20231h 17min

On the Tee with Andrew Whitworth

On the Tee with Andrew Whitworth

Smylie is joined by Super Bowl champ, 4x Pro Bowler, and fellow LSU Tiger Andrew Whitworth. Andrew explains the similarities between run blocking technique and the golf swing, talks about the best rusher he ever faced, and gives a surprising answer as to whether football or golf is more gratifying.

22 Jun 202344min

U.S. Open Daily Journal: Rickie Fowler's week, LACC conditions, and Wyndham Clark's first major win

U.S. Open Daily Journal: Rickie Fowler's week, LACC conditions, and Wyndham Clark's first major win

While on-site at Los Angeles Country Club walking with a new group every day for the 123rd U.S. Open, Smylie Kaufman checks in each night to "journal" his thoughts with Charlie Hulme - culminating with Wyndham Clark's first major victory. On Thursday, Smylie and Charlie discuss the record-setting 62s that both Rickie Fowler and Xander Schauffele shot to open the tournament, and whether that was cause for concern about LACC's suitability as a U.S. Open venue. On Friday, Smylie and Charlie discuss the changed weather conditions that led to less low scoring, and the razor thin difference between birdie and bogey at LACC. On Saturday, Smylie and Charlie discuss a moving day without a lot of movement, and the type of approach that players at the top of the leaderboard need to bring into Sunday if they want to win a major. On Sunday, Smylie and Charlie recap Wyndham Clark's convincing win over a leaderboard full of experience and major winners, and talk about the way Rickie Fowler handled losing with grace and class.

19 Jun 202344min

On the Tee with Mardy Fish

On the Tee with Mardy Fish

Smylie is joined by Mardy Fish, a tennis pro who was ranked as high as seventh in the world playing in the Federer-Nadal-Djokovic-Murray era. Mardy and Smylie discuss the mental health struggles they both faced in their respective sports, Mardy's dominance on the "celebrity golf circuit," and the 123rd U.S. Open being played in Mardy's hometown of Los Angeles.

15 Jun 202350min

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