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Wyndham Clark reflected on his second US Open victory with an emotional message filled with reflection and appreciation.
Clark went wire-to-wire 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-stroke victory, where he got the better of runner-up Rory McIlroy.
“I’m not sure I’ve found the words yet. To be honest, the last year hasn’t been filled with many highs. There have been a lot more questions than answers, a lot more frustration than celebration, and a lot of moments that tested my self-confidence,” Clark’s note on X began.
Wyndham Clark of the United States looks on 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 MUST NOT BE LOVED, BUT HE MUST BE RESPECTED AFTER TRIUMPH OPENS AT SHINNECOCK
“This game can be incredibly humbling. It owes you nothing, and sometimes all you can do is keep showing up and trust that the work will pay off in the end. 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 you pulled for me or not, you created an atmosphere I will never forget and you pushed each of us to compete at our best level.
“Thank you to the USGA, the members of Shinnecock Hills, the volunteers and everyone behind the scenes who made this week so special. This place is everything a US Open should be, and I am incredibly honored to have my name connected there forever.
“To my team, my family, my friends, and my sponsors, thank you for sticking by my side through the tough times. Thank you for believing in me on the days when it wasn’t easy to believe. This trophy means more because of the journey it took to get here. The setbacks, the doubts, and the tough days make this moment even sweeter. I will never forget this week, this place, and what it feels like to be here as a two-time US Open champion. I am forever grateful.”
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NEW YORK GOLF FANS DESERVE TO BE CALLED, SAM BURNS GIVES A GOOD SHOUT, 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 US 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 the fan favorite in Sunday’s final round at Shinnecock. The majority of fans at the Long Island, New York, property seemed to be pulling against 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 has made a few 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 during the 2025 US Open, he tore down two lockers inside the clubhouse and was banned by the historic club in the following days.
