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Rare Feat at US Open as Star Golfer Notches Historic Albatross

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Ryan White | Last updated Jun 12, 2025 5:00 PM ET

Heading into the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, much of the conversation was centered on just how difficult the course will be.

Through the early portion of day one, J.J. Spaun’s -4 is the best so far, but we have seen many players struggle to make par despite the conditions probably being the best of the tournament.

While the course is loved for being so challenging, amazing shots can be made and Patrick Reed delivered one for the ages. On the fourth hole, which is a 622 year par five, Reed hit a beautiful shot from 286 yards out on his second attempt and it trickled all the way into the hole.

PATRICK REED ALBATROSS AT THE U.S. OPEN

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It’s one of the rarest shots in the sport and just the fourth double eagle in U.S. Open history.

To make it more impressive, he shot it blind, only realizing he made it because of the crowds’ reaction. With one swing of the club he moved from one over to two under, which could go a long way for the entire tournament.

Reed, a 34-year-old American golfer born in San Antonio, Texas, became a professional in 2011 after helping Augusta State University win back-to-back NCAA Division I titles, and has since amassed nine PGA Tour victories, including the 2018 Masters Tournament.

He joined LIV Golf like many other notable players in 2022 and his best finish in a U.S. open is fourth, which he achieved in 2018.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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