Scottie Scheffler comments on fan treatment of Wyndham Clark at US Open
The Guardian Sport • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Wyndham Clark secured his second major victory at the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, overcoming vocal opposition from the crowd. Scottie Scheffler, who tied for fourth and played alongside Clark in the final round, commented on the fans' treatment of Clark, suggesting it might have crossed a line. He acknowledged the challenge of playing in front of a tough New York crowd and emphasized the importance of controlling one's focus on the course. Scheffler praised Clark's ability to handle the situation, stating that some crowd behavior can become overwhelming. Questions regarding fan conduct have arisen as the tournament progresses.
- •Wyndham Clark won the US Open, defeating Sam Burns by one shot.
- •Scottie Scheffler tied for fourth and witnessed fan reactions firsthand.
- •Scheffler remarked that fan behavior can become excessive at times.
- •Clark faced strong crowd disdain but managed to secure the trophy.
- •Scheffler defended the need for respect during player swings.
- 1:41 AMThe Guardian Sport — Wyndham Clark battles hostile crowd to win US Open again: ‘It’s rare fans boo your shots’
- 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Scheffler praises Clark's resolve in gutsy US Open triumph
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler suggests if the US Open fans crossed the line with their treatment of Wyndham Clark
- 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Wyndham Clark issues a statement to fans who abused him throughout the final round of the US Open
"Several spectators removed from course over conduct ‘They definitely didn’t want me to win,’ says 32-year-old Wyndham Clark spent much of Sunday afternoon hearing cheers for everyone but himself. The grandstands and six-deep galleries packed around Shinnecock Hills revelled in his mistakes, groaned when he escaped trouble and reserved their loudest support for his playing partner, the world No 1 Scottie Scheffler. Several spectators were removed from the course after directing abusive comments at him, the United States Golf Association confirmed. By the time Clark finally tapped in on the 18th green to secure his second US Open championship in four years, the 32-year-old from Colorado felt he had won more than a golf tournament. Continue reading...
"World number one Scottie Scheffler praised playing partner Wyndham Clark for defying New York hecklers as well as formidable Shinnecock to win his second US Open title on Sunday.Scheffler settled for a share of fourth after firing a one-over par 71 to finish on 280 while Clark edged fellow American Sam Burns by one stroke for the title.
"Wyndham Clark battled both Shinnecock Hills and its fans to claim his second major win at the US Open. Many visitors at Long Island were very vocal in their disdain of Clark, who lifted the trophy after a one-shot victory over Sam Burns.
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External links- The Guardian SportJun 22, 2026, 1:41 AMWyndham Clark battles hostile crowd to win US Open again: ‘It’s rare fans boo your shots’
Several spectators removed from course over conduct ‘They definitely didn’t want me to win,’ says 32-year-old Wyndham Clark spent much of Sunday afternoon hearing cheers for everyone but himself. The grandstands and six-deep galleries packed around Shinnecock Hills revelled in his mistakes, groaned when he escaped trouble and reserved their loudest support for his playing partner, the world No 1 Scottie Scheffler. Several spectators were removed from the course after directing abusive comments at him, the United States Golf Association confirmed. By the time Clark finally tapped in on the 18th green to secure his second US Open championship in four years, the 32-year-old from Colorado felt he had won more than a golf tournament. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 12:42 AMScheffler praises Clark's resolve in gutsy US Open triumph
World number one Scottie Scheffler praised playing partner Wyndham Clark for defying New York hecklers as well as formidable Shinnecock to win his second US Open title on Sunday.Scheffler settled for a share of fourth after firing a one-over par 71 to finish on 280 while Clark edged fellow American Sam Burns by one stroke for the title.
- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 12:30 AMScottie Scheffler suggests if the US Open fans crossed the line with their treatment of Wyndham Clark
Wyndham Clark battled both Shinnecock Hills and its fans to claim his second major win at the US Open. Many visitors at Long Island were very vocal in their disdain of Clark, who lifted the trophy after a one-shot victory over Sam Burns.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:58 PMWyndham Clark issues a statement to fans who abused him throughout the final round of the US Open
Wyndham Clark won the US Open at Shinnecock Hills on Sunday, despite receiving all sorts of abuse from the fans all day long. Clark won the US Open by a single stroke ahead of second-placed Sam Burns.
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