OAKMONT, Pa. — If you can come up with a more underappreciated professional golfer in the world than Adam Scott, please submit your answers to: mcannizzaro@nypost.com

Scott spent the better part of the first two days of the U.S. Open this week quietly going about his business — unnoticed despite being in the thick of contention to become the second-oldest player to win the 125-year-old tournament.

Even as he finished his second consecutive ho-hum round of even-par 70 on Friday afternoon to stand at even par and tied for fourth place entering Saturday’s third round at Oakmont, it felt like few even knew the 44-year-old Aussie was in the field.

Adam Scott spent the better part of the first two days of the U.S. Open quietly going about his business — unnoticed despite being in contention.{ai:summary}<p>Adam Scott remains an underappreciated figure in professional golf, despite his strong performance at the U.S. Open. After two rounds of even-par 70, he is tied for fourth place, yet his presence has gone largely unnoticed by spectators and media alike.</p><p>At 44, Scott is vying to become the second-oldest player to win the historic tournament, yet his achievements seem overshadowed. His quiet consistency continues to impress, but recognition remains elusive. #sports</p>

Adam Scott in great spot to add second major to underappreciated career at US Open

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