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Wyndham Clark Wins Second U.S. Open Amid Fan Heckling

6/22/2026

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Summary

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Golfer Wyndham Clark won his second U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York, on June 21, 2026, edging golfer Sam Burns by one stroke.
During the final round, fans repeatedly heckled Clark, chanting for missed shots and ejecting a spectator who yelled at him.
After his victory, Clark acknowledged the hostility, admitted some criticism was deserved, and said he hopes to win back New York fans.

History

Historical Context

Medinah Country Club’s Course No. 3 has repeatedly staged golf’s biggest events, hosting three U.S. Opens—in 1949, 1975 and 1990—and later the PGA Championships in 1999 and 2006 and the Ryder Cup in 2012. Its long-standing role as a major-tournament venue underscores the 1975 Open’s place in a legacy of high-profile championships.

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Story summary

Golfer Wyndham Clark won his second U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York, on June 21, 2026, edging golfer Sam Burns by one stroke.
During the final round, fans repeatedly heckled Clark, chanting for missed shots and ejecting a spectator who yelled at him.
After his victory, Clark acknowledged the hostility, admitted some criticism was deserved, and said he hopes to win back New York fans.

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