Rahm Wins A Thriller: 2021 U.S. Open Final Round Wrap-Up

Birdies on the last two holes deliver Jon Rahm's first major as other stars crumble. Plus, praise for Torrey's setup, the streaker story, NBC notes, the trophy ceremony and Tweets.

Jon Rahm birdies the 18th (PGA Tour Twitter)

“Spain has its first U.S. Open champion” wasn’t exactly “expect anything different”.

But Dan Hicks chose the safe route to cap off a thrilling final round. Given Jon Rahm’s pride in country, it was just the right call.

In sinking two difficult, downhill, left-to-right(!) putts at the final two holes, Rahm capp…