OAKMONT, Pa. — Golfer Philip Barbaree Jr. gave a nod to Pittsburgh during his final putt at the U.S. Open.
Barbaree, a 27-year-old Louisiana native, went viral on Saturday for the heartwarming moment he had with his wife, who is also his caddie, after sinking a five-foot putt to make the cut for weekend play.
Making the cut matters.
— U.S. Open (@usopengolf) June 14, 2025
Just ask the Barbarees ❤️ pic.twitter.com/VSQnLFIycS
Then, on Sunday, Barbaree stepped onto the 18th green for his final putt of the tournament while donning a Pirates jersey.
One of the surprise fan favorites this week!
— U.S. Open (@usopengolf) June 15, 2025
Rocking that slick @Pirates #25, Philip Barbaree finishes his championship with a hug from his wife. pic.twitter.com/Mfsakjr51b
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