US Open highlights need for better player conduct in golf
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:43 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The US Open, held at Shinnecock Hills last week, showcased both impressive golf and troubling player behavior. Wyndham Clark won amid jeers, with reports highlighting poor conduct at tournaments. Joaquin Niemann received a two-stroke penalty for club throwing, the first under a new code of conduct aimed at improving player standards. Officials emphasize stricter regulations ahead of the Open Championship next month, focusing on accountability and integrity within the sport. The mixed response from fans and players alike raises concerns about the atmosphere at future events.
- •Wyndham Clark won the US Open at Shinnecock Hills amidst crowd jeers.
- •Joaquin Niemann received the first penalty under a new conduct code.
- •Officials are tightening regulations to improve player accountability.
- •The Open Championship is set for July, facing scrutiny over player behavior.
- •Fan behavior during events has contributed to a tense atmosphere.
- 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — US Open shows why golf on guard against bad behaviour
- 12:35 PMBBC Sport — US Open shows why golf is on guard against bad behaviour
"With unruly behaviour both on and off the course during last week's US Open, it is imperative officials continue to closely police the situation, writes Iain Carter.
"With unruly behaviour both on and off the course during last week's US Open, it is imperative officials continue to closely police the situation, writes Iain Carter.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 12:43 PMUS Open shows why golf on guard against bad behaviour
With unruly behaviour both on and off the course during last week's US Open, it is imperative officials continue to closely police the situation, writes Iain Carter.
- BBC SportJun 22, 2026, 12:35 PMUS Open shows why golf is on guard against bad behaviour
With unruly behaviour both on and off the course during last week's US Open, it is imperative officials continue to closely police the situation, writes Iain Carter.
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