Scottie Scheffler has had a tournament to forget at the U.S. Open but the world No. 1 remains in high esteem among his fellow peers as the final round at Oakmont approaches

Coming off a big birdie, Scottie Scheffler stepped onto the third tee box — his 12th hole of the day — looking to right his round and reclaim his role as U.S. Open favorite. He let loose with the driver but knew immediately the shot was way off target.

Scottie Scheffler finished his second round at the U.S. Open on Friday at 4-over-par, eight shots back of the leader at that moment. He’s not convinced he’s out of it. “There was some times today where you feel like you could give up,