Day 2 at The 2014 US Open

The second round of the 2014 US Open is in the books and the cut has been made at 5-over (+5), with the leader German Martin Kaymer at a surprising 10-under (-10), a 6 shot lead over American Brenden Todd.

The talk of the day was still about Martin Kaymer, who once again shot a a 5-under 65, and how Pinehurst is remaining vulnerable to some, making this year's US Open one of the lower scoring ones, so far.

I'm glad that Kaymer is making a comeback this year. I think that Kaymer's game thus far is somewhat reminiscent of Rory McIlroy's dominance at the 2011 US Open at Congressional (we all remember how that turned our for Rory). Most people forget too that just a few years ago, Kaymer held the top spot on the World Golf Rankings and it also a Major Championship (2011 PGA Championship). It goes without saying that he is a top-class player, who has been somewhat under the radar for the last couple of years, nevertheless though deserving of more recognition.

It may be to early to say, but Kaymer just may win it come Sunday afternoon.

On the other hand, here is how our picks placed during their first two rounds:

1) Jason Day: T20 at 1-over (+1)
2) Phil Mickelson: T33 at even par (+3)
3) Luke Donald: CUT

1) Graeme McDowell: T27 at 2-over (+2)
2) Miguel Angel Jimenez: CUT

Not too bad so far, but stay tuned for our weekend updates to see how our picks finish the tournament,

-Nick
Toronto Golf Reviews

Martin Kaymer during the second round of the 2014 US Open (Jason Getz/USA TODAY Sports)