Matt Fitzpatrick identified as top contender against Wyndham Clark at US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
At the US Open, Smylie Kaufman has singled out Matt Fitzpatrick as the primary threat to Wyndham Clark, who holds a four-shot lead at Shinnecock Hills. Fitzpatrick, currently tied for second, has struggled off the tee but excels around the greens. Kaufman noted Fitzpatrick's ability to adapt to course conditions, suggesting he could significantly close the gap over the weekend. The competitive field includes notable players like Xander Schauffele, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler, all vying for position as the tournament progresses.
- •Wyndham Clark leads by four shots at the halfway stage.
- •Matt Fitzpatrick is tied for second, aiming to close the gap.
- •Fitzpatrick excels around the greens, ranked first this year.
- •The tournament features other top contenders like Schauffele and McIlroy.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Smylie Kaufman names the biggest threat to Wyndham Clark at the US Open now
"Smylie Kaufman believes that Matt Fitzpatrick is likely to be the main threat to Wyndham Clark over the weekend at the US Open. Clark is the man everyone is trying to catch at Shinnecock Hills.
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