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Wyndham Clark Holds Six-Stroke Lead Amid Fierce US Open Winds

6/21/2026

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Summary

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Wyndham Clark leads six strokes after round three at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York.
The USGA raised green speed to Stimpmeter 11, made greens firmer and warned of 20-30 mph gusts.
Emiliano Grillo shot a 3-under 67, a sub-par round, while Scottie Scheffler posted a one-under 69 on his 30th birthday.
Jordan Spieth recorded a three-over 73 as wind gusts blew, leaving only three players under par with one round left.

History

Historical Context

In June 1999 the USGA staged its first U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, where Payne Stewart won by one stroke over Phil Mickelson with a 279 (-1) total. The event’s fast greens and deep rough forged a reputation for severe conditions that the USGA carried into the 2024 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.

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Story summary

Wyndham Clark leads six strokes after round three at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York.
The USGA raised green speed to Stimpmeter 11, made greens firmer and warned of 20-30 mph gusts.
Emiliano Grillo shot a 3-under 67, a sub-par round, while Scottie Scheffler posted a one-under 69 on his 30th birthday.
Jordan Spieth recorded a three-over 73 as wind gusts blew, leaving only three players under par with one round left.

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