Wyndham Clark withstands crowd heckling to lead U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 1:19 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Wyndham Clark faced a hostile crowd throughout the final round of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on June 22. Despite the jeers and distractions, Clark maintained his composure, finishing the day with a one-stroke lead after previously enjoying a six-stroke advantage. The crowd's treatment of Clark during the tournament has drawn criticism, reflecting a broader narrative of fan behavior in professional golf. As he approaches the final hole, Clark aims to secure his victory amid the challenges presented by the spectators.
- •Clark leads the U.S. Open after the third round at Shinnecock Hills.
- •He entered the final round with a six-stroke lead.
- •The crowd directed abuse towards Clark throughout the day.
- •Critics have condemned the crowd's behavior as unacceptable.
- •Clark aims for par on the last hole to clinch victory.
- 1:19 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open: Heckled all day, Wyndham Clark ge the last word
- 1:19 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. Open: Heckled all day, Wyndham Clark gets the last word
"Clark took abuse from a hostile crowd, and won the U.S. Open anyway.
"Clark took abuse from a hostile crowd, and won the U.S. Open anyway.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 1:19 AMU.S. Open: Heckled all day, Wyndham Clark ge the last word
Clark took abuse from a hostile crowd, and won the U.S. Open anyway.
- Yahoo SportsJun 22, 2026, 1:19 AMU.S. Open: Heckled all day, Wyndham Clark gets the last word
Clark took abuse from a hostile crowd, and won the U.S. Open anyway.
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