Jon Rahm secures first major title at 2021 U.S. Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:43 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Jon Rahm won his first major championship at the 2021 U.S. Open in Torrey Pines, California, finishing at 6-under-par 278. His victory followed a COVID-19 scare that forced him to withdraw from the Memorial Tournament just days prior. Rahm closed with birdies on the final two holes, overcoming a three-stroke deficit at the start of the day. The win made him the first Spaniard to capture the U.S. Open. Rahm's performance included steady play under pressure, setting a template for future champions in high-stakes situations.
- •Rahm finished at 6-under-par 278 to secure his victory.
- •He birdied the final two holes to clinch the win.
- •Rahm was forced to withdraw from the Memorial Tournament due to a positive COVID-19 test.
- •He was the first Spaniard to win the U.S. Open.
- •The victory came during Rahm's first Father's Day with his son.
- 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open 5 years ago: Jon Rahm's first major title came on heels of COVID episode
"It turns out Jon Rahm did have the temperament to win a major championship. Or two.
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