Wyndham Clark holds off Sam Burns to claim second U.S. Open title

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Wyndham Clark holds off Sam Burns to claim second U.S. Open title
Summary

Wyndham Clark secured victory at the 2026 U.S. Open held at Shinnecock Hills, winning by one stroke over Sam Burns. Clark finished with a closing round of 73, while Burns posted a final round of 68, fighting back from seven strokes behind. The event saw notable performances from amateurs Jackson Koivun and Ryder Cowan, both finishing strong. Scottie Scheffler, celebrating his 30th birthday, struggled to convert the occasion into success, finishing well off the pace. As the tournament concluded, several top players, including Bryson DeChambeau and Patrick Cantlay, faced missed cuts.

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  • Clark finishes with a final round of 73 to win the tournament.
  • Burns started seven strokes back, ended with 68.
  • Koivun and Cowan tie for low amateur honors.
  • Scheffler fails to convert birthday celebration into success.
  • Multiple top players, including DeChambeau, miss the cut.
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Clark held off Sam Burns for his second U.S. Open title. See who else won and who came away losers at Shinnecock Hills.

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