History looms over Wyndham Clark's US Open lead at Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 4:24 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Wyndham Clark enters the final round of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills with a four-shot lead amidst challenging winds. Historical trends are concerning, as no player has won at Shinnecock after leading midway during the last 40 years. Previous instances, such as Dustin Johnson's collapse in 2018 and J.J. Spaun's rocky final round last year, highlight the unpredictable nature of this event. Golf analysts recall the necessity for resilience in high-pressure scenarios, emphasizing that anything can happen before the final putt.
- •Wyndham Clark has a four-shot lead entering the final round.
- •No 36-hole leader has won at Shinnecock Hills in 40 years.
- •Dustin Johnson and J.J. Spaun both faltered despite leads.
- •Golf analysts stress the need to stay focused until the end.
- •Challenging winds add to the difficulty for players.
- 4:24 PMYahoo Sports — Shinnecock Hills has a troubling history for 36-hole US Open leaders
"Dustin Johnson led by that much eight years ago and that didn't end well. No need to look back any further than last year, when J.J. Spaun began the final round at Oakmont with five bogeys in six holes.
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