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U.S. Open

1973

Champion

Johnny Miller(+5)

Runner-up: John Schlee

Johnny Miller shot a final-round 63, widely considered the greatest round in US Open history. He began the day six strokes behind and made birdies on the first four holes, ultimately shooting 63 on the most demanding course in America. The round is still regarded as the finest competitive round ever played.

U.S. Open

1973

Oakmont Country Club · Oakmont, PA

Champion

Johnny Miller

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PosPlayerR1R2R3R4TotScore

1

Johnny Miller

71697663279

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2

John Schlee

73706770280—

3

Tom Weiskopf

73696970281—

T3

Jack Nicklaus

71697468282—

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Tournament Stats

Winning Score

+5

Winning Margin

1 stroke

Course

Oakmont Country Club

Location

Oakmont, PA

Field Size

150 players

Cut Score

Low Round

63