Even during a frustrating week, Rory McIlroy managed to make more golf history. The five-time major champ was never in contention at the U.S. Open, needing a closing birdie on Friday at Oakmont just to make the cut.

All three were between seven and eight shots behind the leader, and all were in danger of being cut Friday. The U.S. Open remains golf’s cruelest test.

Don't expect lower numbers in the afternoon, as Oakmont is only going to get tougher. As for Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau, it's been a grind, with both struggling on their second nines to remain in contention.