Wyndham Clark Wins U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Despite Limited Spectator Support

Wyndham Clark won the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The 32-year-old finished ahead of the field despite receiving little audible support from spectators inside the property.

Clark’s prior conduct drew attention during the tournament. In 2025 he threw a club at the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, narrowly missing a volunteer and striking an advertising board. One month later he damaged lockers at Oakmont after missing the cut at the U.S.

Open. Former Solheim Cup player Mel Reid, working as an on-course commentator for Sky Sports, described the atmosphere around Clark’s group as unusual. “It was just very strange and surreal experience to be on the golf course,” she said.

Reid linked the crowd reaction to Clark’s recent history. “Because of the adversity that he’s had in his life personally I think he does have a chip on his shoulder,” she said. ” She noted the difficulty of competing under those conditions.

“I mean that must not have been easy,” Reid said. “Not only are you trying to win the U.S. ” Reid said Clark had worked on his demeanor in recent years. “That is something that he has worked so hard on over the last few years,” she said.

She added that the result could affect how spectators view him going forward. “But the proof is in the pudding. He is backing up the confidence that he has. ” Clark’s victory marks his second U.S. Open title.

Yardbarker.com reported that few spectators inside the ropes cheered for him during the final round.