Wyndham Clark Endures 5 Fan Ejections as U.S. Open Lead Shrinks to 1
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Updated · The New York Times · Jun 21
Wyndham Clark Endures 5 Fan Ejections as U.S. Open Lead Shrinks to 1
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 21
Summary
Five spectators were ejected at Shinnecock Hills as Wyndham Clark faced near-constant heckling during the U.S. Open final round, with his advantage cut from six shots to one through nine holes.
Fans shouted "Don't choke, Wyndham!" and "Get in the bunker!" while many backed playing partner Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 seeking a career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday.
Clark, 32, has drawn hostility tied to past incidents, especially damaging a locker at last year's U.S. Open at Oakmont.
Asked Friday about the backlash, the 2023 U.S. Open champion said he had received grief "rightfully so" and hoped to win fans back after what he called a bad moment.