The 2025 U.S. Open is set to kick off at the renowned Oakmont Country Club, known for being one of the toughest golf courses in the world. As the world’s best golfers gather for this major tournament, the USGA has released the groupings for the first two rounds.
With top stars grouped together, the event promises exciting pairings to watch. Let’s dive into the key groupings for Thursday’s play and what you can expect from some of the biggest names in golf.
Key Groupings for the First Round
The U.S. Open always strives to create marquee pairings, and this year’s groupings are no exception. In the morning wave, fans will see a thrilling trio: Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau, and Jose Luis Ballester will tee off from the first hole at 7:29 a.m. ET.
This group is packed with talent, with Schauffele coming off a strong 2024 and DeChambeau having won The Open. On the opposite side of the course, at 7:40 a.m., Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, and Rory McIlroy will tee off from hole No. 10, offering a mix of experience and past success.
Afternoon Wave Highlights
The afternoon wave will also offer intriguing matchups. Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1, will be looking for his first U.S. Open victory, and he’ll be paired with Viktor Hovland and Collin Morikawa. The trio tees off at 1:25 p.m. from hole No. 1. Just before them, Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm, and Dustin Johnson, all former U.S. Open champions, will be off the 10th hole at 1:14 p.m.
These pairings are expected to draw plenty of attention, with a mix of first-time major hopefuls and established champions.
Notable Pairings for the Early Morning
The early hours bring exciting groups with rising stars and seasoned pros. Matt Fitzpatrick, the 2023 U.S. Open winner, will play alongside Wyndham Clark and Gary Woodland at 7:40 a.m. From the same hole, Akshay Bhatia will make his mark with Matt McCarty and Robert MacIntyre.
As we move through the morning, golfers such as Tommy Fleetwood, Keegan Bradley, and Harris English will be seen teeing off together at 7:18 a.m.
The Midday and Afternoon Sessions
As the tournament heads into the afternoon, more exciting groups will hit the course. Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, and Min Woo Lee will tee off at 1:03 p.m. from No. 10, making for an electric group of players capable of grabbing the attention of golf fans.
Other prominent names like Corey Conners, Jason Day, and Patrick Reed will compete in the afternoon groupings.
Full 2025 U.S. Open Tee Times
The official tee times for the U.S. Open include an extensive list of talented golfers. Here are the detailed pairings for Thursday’s first round:
Hole No. 1:
- 6:45 a.m. — Matt Vogt (a), Kevin Velo, Trent Phillips
- 7:29 a.m. — Xander Schauffele, Jose Luis Ballester, Bryson DeChambeau
- 7:40 a.m. — Matt Fitzpatrick, Wyndham Clark, Gary Woodland
- 7:51 a.m. — Akshay Bhatia, Matt McCarty, Robert MacIntyre
- 12:30 p.m. — Frederick Lacroix, Emiliano Grillo, Sam Bairstow
- 1:25 p.m. — Viktor Hovland, Collin Morikawa, Scottie Scheffler
- 1:36 p.m. — Corey Conners, Jason Day, Patrick Reed
- 1:58 p.m. — Mackenzie Hughes, Tony Finau, Chris Kirk
Hole No. 10:
- 6:45 a.m. — Zac Blair, Scott Vincent, Alistair Docherty
- 7:40 a.m. — Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy
- 1:14 p.m. — Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm, Dustin Johnson
- 1:25 p.m. — Tyrrell Hatton, Sungjae Im, Sepp Straka
- 1:47 p.m. — Joaquin Niemann, Bud Cauley, Daniel Berger
- 2:09 p.m. — Benjamin James (a), Rasmus Højgaard, Stephan Jaeger
What to Expect at Oakmont
With Oakmont’s challenging course layout, every golfer will need to be on top of their game. Its narrow fairways, deep rough, and fast greens make it one of the toughest tests in golf.
As the world’s best face off, expect drama and exciting moments, especially from the star-studded groups in the morning and afternoon waves.
As the 2025 U.S. Open unfolds, keep an eye on the groupings mentioned above, as they promise plenty of excitement, with each pairing potentially offering a mix of young talent and seasoned veterans vying for major glory.
