Scottie Scheffler faces steep challenge from Wyndham Clark at US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Wyndham Clark holds a commanding six-shot lead heading into the final round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. Rich Beem remarked that Scottie Scheffler must score 68 or better to have a chance, as Clark has shown consistent skill with his putting. Scheffler will play in the final group alongside Clark, needing a flawless performance to apply pressure. Clark’s strong short game has positioned him as the likely favorite, though Beem suggests the potential for drama remains.
- •Wyndham Clark leads by six strokes at the US Open.
- •Scheffler must achieve a round of 68 or better.
- •Clark's putting has been exceptional throughout the tournament.
- •Both players are in the final group for Sunday’s round.
- •Conditions on the course may influence scoring opportunities.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Rich Beem predicts if Scottie Scheffler has any chance of catching Wyndham Clark and winning the US Open
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler says whether he actually wants to play with Wyndham Clark on Sunday at the US Open
"Scottie Scheffler will play alongside Wyndham Clark in the final group of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills on Sunday. Clark posted a third-round 70 on Saturday at Shinnecock, while Scheffler’s 69 saw him end the day as one of only two players to shoot under par.
"Rich Beem believes that Scottie Scheffler has no chance of catching Wyndham Clark and winning the US Open at Shinnecock Hills unless he can produce a round of 68 or better on Sunday. Clark seems to be in complete control at the US Open.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:30 AMRich Beem predicts if Scottie Scheffler has any chance of catching Wyndham Clark and winning the US Open
Rich Beem believes that Scottie Scheffler has no chance of catching Wyndham Clark and winning the US Open at Shinnecock Hills unless he can produce a round of 68 or better on Sunday. Clark seems to be in complete control at the US Open.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 11:00 AMScottie Scheffler says whether he actually wants to play with Wyndham Clark on Sunday at the US Open
Scottie Scheffler will play alongside Wyndham Clark in the final group of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills on Sunday. Clark posted a third-round 70 on Saturday at Shinnecock, while Scheffler’s 69 saw him end the day as one of only two players to shoot under par.
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