**Shane Lowry Struggles in Opening Round of 2025 U.S. Open**
Shane Lowry faced a challenging start at the 2025 U.S. Open in Pennsylvania, finishing the first round with a disappointing score of 9-over par. The 2019 Open Championship winner found himself tied for 137th place on the leaderboard after a frustrating day on the course.
After the first seven holes, Lowry was already 2-over par, but his frustrations peaked at the par-4 17th hole when he struggled to extricate his ball from the rough. In a moment of exasperation, he inadvertently knocked down a microphone, showcasing the pressure he was under.
By the end of the front nine, Lowry was sitting at 4-over par, and a series of bogeys on the back nine only compounded his difficulties. Despite the rough outing, the 38-year-old did manage to secure a birdie on the par-4 third hole, providing a brief highlight in an otherwise tough round.
Entering the tournament as one of the favorites, Lowry’s best U.S. Open performance came in 2016 when he finished second at Oakmont, the same course hosting this year’s event. The challenging nature of the course has drawn criticism from several players, including Lowry, who described it as “exhausting.” He mentioned, “I’m not going to do much else today, just a lot of rest.”
Rory McIlroy, who recently won the Masters, echoed Lowry’s sentiments, stating that the course “felt impossible.” Last year’s U.S. Open champion, Bryson DeChambeau, ended his first round at 3-over par, placing him in a tie for 53rd.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Lowry and his ability to rebound from this challenging start.
**FAQ**
*What was Shane Lowry’s score in the first round of the 2025 U.S. Open?*
Shane Lowry finished the first round with a score of 9-over par, placing him tied for 137th on the leaderboard.
