In this episode of Basic Bogeys, TJ and Gary welcome back Bud Copeland to break down the biggest week in golf: the U.S. Open at historic Oakmont. The crew dives into why Oakmont is the ultimate test in championship golf—from brutal rough and lightning-fast greens to the deep history of the course itself. Bud shares his experience from Pinehurst last year, and the team compares what makes Oakmont a beast of its own. They talk about YouTube creators like Good Good and Bryan Bros getting early looks at the course, and how that access brings fans closer to the game. With references to legends like DJ, Johnny Miller, and Tiger, plus chatter about rough length, stimp speeds, and potential winning scores.
We also make some very insightful picks for the US Open. TJ goes all-in on Jon Rahm, using his signature “signs” bit to creatively build a case for the Sun Devil, citing Rahm’s power, short swing, and red-hot potential at +1200 odds. Gary goes slightly off the board with Collin Morikawa, valuing his precision and recent form, while Bud takes the safe bet with current world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, comparing his dominance to Usain Bolt pulling away from the pack. The crew also throws out fun props, including Rory McIlroy to miss the cut, and debate the likability of top players based on their media behavior. The episode ends with playful banter about TikTok trolls, internet haters, and shoutouts to chirpy commenters—proving once again that the Basic Bogeys boys don’t just dish out takes, they take the heat and laugh it off.
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