Scheffler, despite not having his best stuff, grinded out a 1-over-par 71 in Friday’s second round to keep himself in contention, at 4-over par, to win his second major of the year, and the third leg of a career Grand Slam. He spent much of the day hovering around the cut line, which was projected to be 5-over while he was playing.

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,