Matt Fitzpatrick struggles in third round at US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Matt Fitzpatrick had a challenging third round at the US Open held at Shinnecock Hills on June 21. Paired with Wyndham Clark, Fitzpatrick shot a 74, dropping to a tie for 10th place as Clark took a six-stroke lead with a round of 70. Fitzpatrick started poorly with three bogeys in his first three holes. His ongoing struggles with slow play and timing issues were evident as his pre-shot routine became increasingly prolonged. The PGA Tour may need to address his slow play, not only for his benefit but for the pace of the tournament overall.
- •Fitzpatrick shot a 74 in the third round.
- •Wyndham Clark leads by six strokes after a 70.
- •Fitzpatrick tied for 10th place after the round.
- •He struggled with timing and prolonged pre-shot routine.
- •Slow play has been an ongoing issue for Fitzpatrick.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Matt Fitzpatrick has a serious issue he must address urgently after painful viewing at the US Open
"Matt Fitzpatrick really struggled on day three of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. Fitzpatrick was paired alongside Wyndham Clark in the final group at Shinnecock on Saturday.
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