USGA offering ticket refund for 'extremely wet' conditions
USGA offering ticket refund for 'extremely wet' conditions
Weather played a major factor Friday at the 2025 U.S. Open. Play was suspended with just five groups left on the golf course, as 13 players had to return to Oakmont on Saturday morning to finish up their second round before the third round.
Unfortunately, Saturday isn't too promising either, as early players have been greeted by gloomy weather, wet conditions and smaller-than-normal crowds. Here's why:
Ticketholders offered refunds
All fans who would prefer to avoid the soaked grounds of Oakmont Country Club on Saturday can get their money back. The USGA announced it is offering refunds for Saturday tickets due to the 'extremely wet' conditions at Oakmont. Ticket holders received an email detailing the conditions and a link to request a refund. They have until Thursday to do so.
The storms that have rolled through will leave some parts of Oakmont inaccessible to fans.
'While the golf course handled the weather incredibly well and playing conditions remain championship ready, some areas outside the ropes are very saturated,' the USGA said in a statement. 'Out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of all spectators, access to certain viewing areas of the course will be limited throughout the day.
"We want all ticket holders to be aware of these conditions prior to arriving on-site. If they choose not to attend under these circumstances, a full refund will be provided for their Saturday ticket.'
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