Homa was among those vying for a spot in the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club during a qualifier in Columbus, Ohio, on Monday. Fowler, on the other hand, has been experiencing a resurgence recently, earning a spot in The Open Championship following his performance at the Memorial Tournament, where he achieved his first top-10 finish of the season.

It seemed as though Homa would be one of the six qualifiers from the Columbus site towards the end of his two rounds. However, a bogey on his 36th hole, coupled with Fowler and Young both scoring birdies on their final regulation holes, left them tied with Eric Cole and Chase Johnson in sixth place.

With Erik Van Rooyen, Bud Cauley, Lanto Griffin, Justin Lower, and Harrison Ott already securing their spots in the prestigious tournament, a five-man playoff was held for the final spot available at the site.

As Homa, Fowler, Young, Cole, and Johnson battled it out in the first playoff, Fowler's ball ended up in the rough behind the green while the others landed within feet of the hole. From there, things went downhill for the 36-year-old, who settled for a bogey and saw his chances evaporate.

Johnson, Cole, and Homa carded pars, but it was Young who snagged the win with a birdie, securing his place at Oakmont. Meanwhile, the playoff continued to select alternates. Homa's chances ended with a bogey which positioned Johnson and Cole as first and second alternates after each scored a par.

For Homa, who chose to haul his clubs without a caddie during the grueling 36-hole U.S. Open qualifier known as the "Longest Day in Golf," he didn't shy away from expressing his feelings regarding the demanding challenge and his season's twist of fate.

"Was it an eye-opener? I guess it wasn't an eye opener, it was just a bummer," Homa shared recently about the ordeal. He pragmatically noted the nature of the sport: "That's golf, so you just keep plugging along."

He also provided insight into his U.S. Open anticipations based on previous performances at Oakmont, candidly stating, "I never play well in the U.S. Open anyway,".

On another front, Fowler reflected on his success at The Memorial Tournament this past Sunday, which translated into a berth at July's Open Championship at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. His achievement signaled a comeback from a less-than-stellar year in 2024, adding to what seems to be a reviving career.

"Well, we're heading the right way," he remarked back then. "This week still could have been a lot better, but a definite positive is going over to Portrush. That's one I've wanted on the schedule. I had a great time when we were there last and had a decent showing as well.

"So links golf's my favorite, Portrush is a great spot, so excited for that opportunity."

It's worth mentioning that Fowler earned his place after being the top-performing player not already exempt from the tournament.