The cut line for the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club was +7 after the first two rounds. This means that players with a score of 7 over par or better made the cut to continue playing in the weekend rounds. Only the top 60 players and ties advanced, which is the standard cut rule for the U.S. Open, different from other major tournaments which have slightly different cut line rules and number of players advancing. Notable players like Rory McIlroy made the cut at +6, while some well-known golfers such as Phil Mickelson missed the cut at +8. The high cut line reflects the challenging nature of the course and playing conditions. In summary:
- Cut line: +7
- Players advancing: top 60 and ties
- Venue: Oakmont Country Club
- Year: 2025
This cut line aligns with the history of tough conditions at Oakmont and the U.S. Open in general, where previous cut lines have ranged from around +2 to +10 depending on the difficulty of the course and conditions that year. This means players scoring 7 over par or better after 36 holes earned the right to compete on the weekend at the 2025 U.S. Open.