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Wyndham Clark reflected on winning what was his second US Open with an emotional message full of reflection and gratitude.
Clark went from start to finish at Shinnecock Hills to become the 24th player to win at least two US Opens in his career after beating fellow American Sam Burns by one stroke. The 32-year-old’s first US Open title came in 2023 at Los Angeles Country Club, another one-shot victory, where he edged out runner-up Rory McIlroy.
“I’m not sure I’ve found the words yet. If I’m honest, the past year hasn’t been filled with many emotions. There were a lot more questions than answers, a lot more frustration than celebration, and a lot of moments that tested my faith in myself,” Clark’s note about X began.
Wyndham Clark of the United States watches after winning the 126th US OPEN at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on June 21, 2026 in Southampton, New York. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images) (Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)
WYNDHAM CLARK DOESN’T HAVE TO BE LOVED, BUT HE HAS TO BE RESPECTED AFTER US OPEN TRIUMPH IN SHINNECOCK
“This game can be incredibly humbling. It doesn’t owe you anything and sometimes all you can do is keep showing up and trust that the work will eventually pay off. That’s why this week means so much. To the fans, thank you for making this championship what it is. The New York crowd is passionate, honest and demanding. Whether they were rooting for me or not, they created an atmosphere I’ll never forget and pushed us all to compete at our best.
“Thank you to the USGA, the members of Shinnecock Hills, the volunteers and all the people behind the scenes who made this week so special. This venue is everything a US Open should be and I feel incredibly honored to have my name connected to it forever.
“To my team, family, friends and sponsors, thank you for staying by my side during the difficult stretches. Thank you for believing in me on the days when believing was not easy. This trophy means more because of the path it took to get here. The setbacks, the doubts and the difficult days make this moment that much sweeter. I will never forget this week, this place and what it feels like to be here as a two-time US Open champion. Forever grateful.”
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NEW YORK GOLF FANS DESERVE TO BE CALLED, SAM BURNS HAS A GOOD CRY, WYNDHAM CLARK’S BEST SHOT AT SHINNECOCK
Wyndham Clark celebrates with his caddy, David Pelekoudas, on the 18th green during the final round of the 126th U.S. Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club on June 21, 2026 in Southampton, New York. (Photo by Tracy Wilcox/PGA TOUR via Getty Images) (Tracy Wilcox/PGA TOUR via Getty Images)
Clark was far from a fan favorite during Sunday’s final round at Shinnecock. Most of the fans at the Long Island, New York property seemed to be fighting the Colorado native with countless screams for his golf ball to find bunkers and minor roars after each of his five bogeys during the final round.
Wyndham Clark celebrates with his girlfriend Emily Tanner after winning the 126th U.S. Open Championship at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. (Tracy Wilcox/PGA Tour)
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Clark made a couple of public mistakes during the 2025 PGA Tour season. During the final round of the 2025 PGA Championship, he threw his driver through a billboard behind a tee box. A month later, after missing the cut at Oakmont at the 2025 US Open, he smashed two lockers inside the clubhouse and was banned by the historic club in the following days.
