Bryson DeChambeau is positioned prominently in the leaderboard as the defending champion entering the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, which starts Thursday. He aims to become the first back-to-back winner since Brooks Koepka.

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Sia Nejad emphasizes avoiding Rory McIlroy despite his recent Grand Slam, citing his performance at previous U.S. Opens where he finished second after missing critical putts. Nejad believes that the pressure and past experiences at Oakmont may distract McIlroy this time around.

With his betting strategy, Nejad outlines that while DeChambeau has favorable odds, potential longshots also present an opportunity for significant returns, especially for bettors willing to explore beyond the favorites.

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