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Clark’s Nail-Biting U.S. Open Win
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- Jun 22, 2026
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- 107
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Summary
Wyndham Clark stunned the golf world with a heart-pounding U.S. Open victory, clawing back from a six-shot deficit to beat Sam Burns in a dramatic final round. Starting with a commanding lead, Clark’s advantage vanished by the fifth hole, only to be revived by a clutch 30-footer on the 16th. Facing a hostile crowd that favored Scottie Scheffler’s quest for a Grand Slam, Clark battled through pressure, admitted past missteps, and delivered a gritty, three-over-par finish — the highest closing score by a U.S. Open champ in years. His win marks the first time since Martin Kaymer in 2014 that a player led wire-to-wire, and it’s a redemption arc fueled by mental growth after a rough 2023. Now ranked eighth in the world, Clark’s triumph proves resilience can rewrite destiny. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7e5ffb25a72a62ad