Scottie Scheffler comments on crowd behavior during Wyndham Clark's U.S. Open win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:48 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Scottie Scheffler addressed the crowd's treatment of Wyndham Clark during the U.S. Open final round at Shinnecock Hills. While acknowledging the intense pressure on Clark, Scheffler described some fan behavior as excessive, highlighting that not everyone can handle such scrutiny. Despite the crowd's hostility and cheers for his mistakes, Clark won his second U.S. Open by one shot, finishing at 4-under par. His victory came after a challenging final round where his lead was cut down to one stroke. The discussion surrounding the crowd will likely continue as Clark reflects on his performance under pressure.
- •Wyndham Clark won his second U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.
- •Clark faced significant crowd hostility during the final round.
- •Scottie Scheffler defended Clark, discussing the pressure of major events.
- •Clark shot a 3-over 73, narrowly maintaining his lead over Sam Burns.
- •The discussion about crowd behavior is expected to continue.
- 3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler addresses Wyndham Clark crowd controversy with “being in the arena is not for everybody” reality check
"Scottie Scheffler did not excuse everything Wyndham Clark heard at Shinnecock Hills, but he also framed it as part of the brutal reality of major championship pressure. Clark won his second U.
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