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Rickie Fowler makes history at U.S. Open

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 6/15/23

Rickie Fowler made history during his first round of the U.S. Open on Thursday at The Los Angeles Country Club.

Fowler shot an 8-under 62 during the first round, which was the lowest score for a round in U.S. Open history.

Fowler birdied 10 holes and bogeyed two. He rallied on holes 1-9 (which he played last), making five birdies and four pars.

Rickie Fowler!

The lowest round in U.S. Open history! pic.twitter.com/1yL0mrKH96

— Golf Digest (@GolfDigest) June 15, 2023

Fowler was a birdie on the final hole away from achieving the best round in major history. Instead, his 62 was the first score that low at the U.S. Open, and tied Branden Grace, who shot a 62 at the 2017 Open Championship.

HISTORY for Rickie Fowler!

The lowest round EVER at the @USOpenGolf (62) and tied for the lowest major round of all-time.

: @USANetwork | #USOpen pic.twitter.com/a6RYvYRx1f

— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) June 15, 2023

Seeing Fowler put up a record day and be at the top of the leaderboard at a major is a welcome sign for many fans.

The 34-year-old became a fan favorite earlier in his career. In 2014, he finished in the top five of all four majors, including two finishes where he tied for second. But in recent years, his play fell off, leading him to make some big changes last fall.

Fowler has shown he is capable of putting together an incredible round. Now the challenge will be achieving consistency over the rest of the tournament.

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

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