Wyndham Clark Faces Unexpected Backlash as Fans Openly Root Against Him at US Open
Wyndham Clark faced a hostile crowd during the final round of the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, with fans cheering his misses and heckling him throughout the tournament. The animosity towards Clark was evident, with some spectators being removed from the grounds for their behavior.
On the fourth hole Sunday, a young fan was escorted out by security after yelling at Clark not to choke. Despite the hostility, Clark played one of the biggest rounds of his life, with the crowd openly rooting against him.
Clark acknowledged the crowd's sentiment, stating "New York didn't really like me" during the trophy ceremony. He attributed the dislike to his past behavior, including an incident at the 2025 U.S. Open where he damaged the locker room and was subsequently banned. Clark had also thrown his driver at the 2025 PGA Championship, striking a sponsor sign and knocking it down near a flag attendant.
The crowd's preference was clear, with fans singing "Happy Birthday" to Scottie Scheffler on the first tee as he chased a career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday. Clark, meanwhile, received limited positive support, with most shouts being negative or heckling in nature. Despite this, Clark expressed understanding for the crowd's sentiment, stating he has apologized multiple times for his past actions and hopes to win them over eventually.
On the fourth hole Sunday, a young fan was escorted out by security after yelling at Clark not to choke. Despite the hostility, Clark played one of the biggest rounds of his life, with the crowd openly rooting against him.
Clark acknowledged the crowd's sentiment, stating "New York didn't really like me" during the trophy ceremony. He attributed the dislike to his past behavior, including an incident at the 2025 U.S. Open where he damaged the locker room and was subsequently banned. Clark had also thrown his driver at the 2025 PGA Championship, striking a sponsor sign and knocking it down near a flag attendant.
The crowd's preference was clear, with fans singing "Happy Birthday" to Scottie Scheffler on the first tee as he chased a career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday. Clark, meanwhile, received limited positive support, with most shouts being negative or heckling in nature. Despite this, Clark expressed understanding for the crowd's sentiment, stating he has apologized multiple times for his past actions and hopes to win them over eventually.
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