Scottie Scheffler chases six-shot deficit against Wyndham Clark at US Open
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:10 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Scottie Scheffler, ranked world No. 1, is attempting to overcome a six-shot deficit to Wyndham Clark in the final round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. Scheffler shot a 69 to move into a tie for second place, while Clark leads after shooting a level-par 70. Clark has made crucial par saves and impressive shots, including a 275-yard approach for an eagle at the par-five 16th hole. The pressure remains on both players, as Clark hopes to secure a wire-to-wire victory and Scheffler aims for his first major title to complete a career grand slam. With several players under par, the outcome hinges on the final round's performance.
- •Scheffler is six shots behind Clark heading into the final round.
- •Clark aims for a wire-to-wire win, a feat last achieved in 2014.
- •Scheffler is attempting to complete his career grand slam at age 30.
- •Only five players are currently under par in the tournament.
- •Rory McIlroy's chances have diminished after a disappointing third round.
- 2:08 AMCBS Sports — Scottie Scheffler still gets rare chance at career grand slam in final group on Sunday at 2026 U.S. Open
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler details plan to hunt down Wyndham Clark and land grand slam at US Open
"Wyndham Clark will take a commanding six-shot lead into the final round of the US Open, while Scottie Scheffler boosted his career Grand Slam hopes with an impressive fightback at Shinnecock Hills.
"The world No 1 has a six-shot deficit to make up, but will join his compatriot in the final group in a bid to create golf history at Shinnecock Hills
"Scheffler sits six back of leader Wyndham Clark heading into the final round, but crazier things have happened for the World No. 1
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External links- CBS SportsJun 21, 2026, 2:08 AMScottie Scheffler still gets rare chance at career grand slam in final group on Sunday at 2026 U.S. Open
Scheffler sits six back of leader Wyndham Clark heading into the final round, but crazier things have happened for the World No. 1
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 1:10 AMScottie Scheffler details plan to hunt down Wyndham Clark and land grand slam at US Open
The world No 1 has a six-shot deficit to make up, but will join his compatriot in the final group in a bid to create golf history at Shinnecock Hills
- Sky Sports—Clark builds big US Open lead after Scheffler boosts Grand Slam hopes
Wyndham Clark will take a commanding six-shot lead into the final round of the US Open, while Scottie Scheffler boosted his career Grand Slam hopes with an impressive fightback at Shinnecock Hills.
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