The first round of the US Open was mostly frustrating for Shane Lowry, although he also had a moment to make history at Oakmont.

American J.J. Spaun, who imploded against Lowry’s pal, Rory McIlroy, in a playoff at the Players Championship in March, held a solo lead after shooting a 4-under 66 to close out his first round. Leading up to this year’s U.S. Open, Lowry was among the chorus of players who vocalized how strenuous playing Oakmont can be.