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Dustin Johnson breaks into world's top three at Rory McIlroy's expense

U.S. Open champion Dustin Johnson has climbed back into the world's top three following his victory at Oakmont on Sunday.

Johnson finally ended his long wait for a first major title as he recorded a three-shot win over the Republic of Ireland's Shane Lowry. However, his success was not without controversy.

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Johnson's triumph sees him climb three places in the world rankings — moving above Rory McIlroy, Bubba Watson and Rickie Fowler — to equal his highest spot, achieved after he tied for second at last year's U.