UNIVERSITY PLACE, Washington, June 22 (Reuters) - Dustin Johnson's major dream was just 12 feet from reality on the final hole of the U.S. Open on Sunday before two misdirected putts turned it into a nightmare.
Known more for his power with the driver than touch with the putter, Johnson came up with two brilliant shots on the par-five 18th hole to set himself up for an U.S. Open title.
A three putt from 12 feet, however, allowed Jordan Spieth to walk off with the trophy.
"Whatever the putt did on the last hole, I don't know," a stunned Johnson told reporters.