Wyndham Clark faces backlash at U.S. Open amid ongoing controversies

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Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Wyndham Clark faces backlash at U.S. Open amid ongoing controversies
Summary

Wyndham Clark is contending with fan jeers during the final round of the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. Despite leading for most of the tournament, he faced opposition from spectators, with some being ejected for taunting. Clark's challenging reputation follows a series of incidents, including damage to locker rooms during past championships and controversial comments made at the 2026 Masters Par 3 Contest. His performance at the Masters and reactions during the U.S. Open have underscored the ongoing scrutiny of his behavior on and off the course.

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  • Clark leads the 2026 U.S. Open but faces criticism from fans.
  • Some spectators were removed for taunting Clark during the final round.
  • Clark's controversial remarks during the Masters added to his unpopularity.
  • He previously damaged a locker room at the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont.
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  • 9:28 PMYahoo SportsWyndham Clark timeline of controversy: Looking back at trashed locker room incident, 'birth control' comments, more
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Here's a look at the string of controversies tied to the Denver golfer.

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