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Viktor Hovland had 5-word message for JJ Spaun after US Open

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated Jun 16, 2025 9:23 AM ET

Viktor Hovland was in the same playing group with JJ Spaun on Sunday during the final round of the US Open at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pa., and he was one of the first people to congratulate Spaun on winning the event. He even had a message for Spaun afterwards.

Spaun made a ridiculous birdie putt from 64.5 feet away on the final hole to secure his victory. That helped him beat Robert MacIntyre by two strokes and Hovland by three strokes.

After Spaun made his crazy putt, Hovland came over to say congratulations.

“That was impressive dude, congrats,” Hovland said to Spaun.

“That was impressive dude, congrats.”

Mad respect from Viktor Hovland to JJ Spaun.

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That was a perfect description. The shot and final round Spaun put together was completely impressive.

Though he came up short of the win, Hovland had a great finish himself. He shot a 71, 68, 70 and 73 to finish the tournament +2. That is his best finish at the US Open and the second-best major finish of his career (he finished tied for second at the PGA Championship in 2023).

This is also by far the best major performance of Spaun’s career. Prior to winning the US Open, a tied for 23rd finish at the 2022 Masters had been his best career result.

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

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