Philip Barbaree Jr. finishes U.S. Open run while wearing Pirates jersey

2025 U.S. OPEN - Final Round OAKMONT, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 15: Philip Barbaree Jr. of the United States putts on the 18th green during the final round of the 125th U.S. OPEN at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images) (Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

By Sierra Rehm

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.

Then, on Sunday, Barbaree stepped onto the 18th green for his final putt of the tournament while donning a Pirates jersey.

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