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Here's a look at the final leaderboard following Sunday's action:
The 2014 U.S. Open purse totaled $8,000,000-on par with what it has been the last few seasons, according to .
After 's career-defining win Sunday afternoon, the German will climb back up the rankings as well as the money list. As for those just behind him, catching the two-time major champion was a daunting task after his play through the first two rounds.
Is Martin Kaymer's lead invincible? no 36-hole leader at the U.S. Open has blown a lead of more than 4 shots. And that happened back in 1909- trey wingo (@wingoz) June 13, 2014
With the 2014 U.S. Open now officially in the books, here's a look at the total payout from the second major of the season.
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wasn't able to sustain the same success he had on the first two days in the third round, but he still kept his wits about him heading into Day 4.
Reporter: 'How big is the difference between a 4-shot lead and 5-shot lead?' Kaymer: '1 shot.'- Sean Martin (@PGATOURSMartin) June 15, 2014
There was no need for jokes after Sunday's action, with pacing the field yet again. While Fowler put together a good round alongside the winner, he came into the day simply contending to remain at second on the leaderboard.
's outstanding tournament even shocked Dan Jenkins of Golf Digest, who marveled at the four rounds:
This was my 61st U.S. Open, and one of the most dominating performances. Well done, Martin Kaymer.- Dan Jenkins (@danjenkinsgd) June 15, 2014
As for the runners-up, Fowler and Compton have a lot to be proud of going into The Open Championship. Fowler's showing alongside proves he can contend on the big stage while Compton has a chance to turn his career around after the U.S. Open. Follow R. Cory Smith on Twitter.
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