Wyndham Clark Wins 2026 U.S. Open Amid Comeback by Sam Burns and Heartwarming Father's Day Moments

Wyndham Clark claimed his second U.S. Open championship on Sunday at Shinnecock Hills, narrowly defeating Sam Burns by one stroke. Despite starting the final round with a six-shot lead, Clark saw his advantage dwindle as Burns closed with a 67. Clark, who shot a 3-over 73, became the first wire-to-wire winner of the U.S. Open since 2014. The victory marked a significant redemption for Clark, who had faced criticism for previous on-course incidents and played to a gallery largely rooting for Scottie Scheffler’s bid for the career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday. Scheffler ultimately finished in a tie for fourth.

The tournament also featured a poignant Father’s Day moment involving 17-year-old amateur Miles Russell. Russell, the youngest player in the field, arranged for his father, Joe, to caddie for him on the final hole, a gesture cleared by USGA officials. While Scheffler and Clark dominated the leaderboard headlines, Russell’s performance allowed him to make the cut, finishing at 7-over par. The event concluded with Clark taking home a $4.5 million prize, highlighting a resurgence in his form following a difficult previous season.