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CBS News
5 hours ago
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- CBS News
Wyndham Clark banned from Oakmont Country Club for damaging locker during U.S. Open
Wyndham Clark has been suspended from attending Oakmont Country Club after damaging a locker at the club during the U.S. Open last month, according to a new report. Golf Digest reports that Oakmont president John Lynch recently sent a letter notifying the members that the locker incident has led to Clark no longer being allowed on Oakmont property. "This decision will remain in effect unless formally reconsidered and approved by the Board," the letter said. Lynch said that Clark's reinstatement would be contingent on a number of things, including paying for the damages at the club, making a contribution to the charity that the club's board chooses, and completing counseling or anger management. The week after the U.S. Open where Clark missed the cut, he said he regretted the damage done to the century-old locker he was using at the club, his second act of frustration that caused damage at a major this year. "I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I'm very sorry for what happened," Clark said the week after the U.S. Open. "But I'd also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA, and kind of focus on the rest of the year and things that come up." Oakmont Country Club, one of the storied venues in the game of golf, has hosted the U.S. Open a record ten times and is poised to host the event again in 2033, the year Clark's automatic exemptions into the tournament run out. Clark burst into prominence in 2023 with two victories, including the U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club. He also earned a spot on the Ryder Cup team that year. He currently sits 22nd in the standings for the upcoming Ryder Cup where the top six players will automatically make the team.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
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- Yahoo
U.S. Open Champion Banned From Major Golf Course
U.S. Open Champion Banned From Major Golf Course originally appeared on The Spun. Veteran PGA golfer Wyndham Clark is reportedly no longer welcome on the grounds of a tournament he once won. According to the 2023 U.S. Open champ has been banned from Oakmont Country Club for his behavior following last month's missed cut after "multiple discussions" between course president John Lynch and the USGA. In a letter sent to members this week, Lynch outlined the club's decision: Several of you have inquired about the situation involving Wyndham Clark and the steps being taken in response to his recent behavior. Following multiple discussions with the USGA and the OCC Board, a decision has been made that Mr. Clark will no longer be permitted on OCC property. This decision will remain in effect unless formally reconsidered and approved by the Board. Oakmont noted that it would be open to lifting the ban if the 31-year-old pays for the damages from his outburst, makes a "meaningful contribution" to a charity of its choice and undergoes counseling and/or anger management therapy. Clark damaged his locker after missing the cut at this year's Open by one stroke — something he apologized for the following week at the Travelers Championship. "I've had a lot of highs and lows in my career, especially this year some lows," Clark admitted. "I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I'm very sorry for what happened. But I'd also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA, and kind of focus on the rest of the year and things that come up." Just a couple months ago at the PGA Championship, Clark's rage resulted in him throwing his driver and damaging a sponsored sign near the tee box. "I promise to better the way I handle my frustrations on the course going forward, and hope you all can forgive me in due time," he said in a statement.U.S. Open Champion Banned From Major Golf Course first appeared on The Spun on Jul 16, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
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How Wyndham Clark can undo his Oakmont ban after damaging clubhouse
Oakmont Country Club has put Wyndham Clark in timeout after his childish temper tantrum last month. The 2023 U.S. Open champion was looking to reclaim his title in June when he missed the cut at Oakmont. Clark apparently got way too heated afterwards and began kicking at stalls in the 121-year-old locker room, creating quite the scene and damaging the venue's historic locker room. Now, according to The Athletic, the club has officially banned Clark from the grounds — but did give him a chance to make amends: Clark's reinstatement is contingent upon 'a number of specific conditions, including full repayment for damages, a meaningful contribution to a charity of the Board's choosing, and the successful completion of counseling and/or anger management sessions,' according to Lynch's letter. Clark apologized for the incident at the following week's Traveler's Championship. "I've had a lot of highs and lows in my career, especially this year some lows. I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I'm very sorry for what happened," Clark said. "But I'd also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA, and kind of focus on the rest of this year and things that come up. I still want to try to make the Ryder Cup team. I still am on the outside looking in for the FedEx Cup. So I'm starting to move on and focus on those things." Safe to say the USGA and Oakmont did not, in fact, move on. The two entities worked together on the parameters of Clark's banishment. This isn't just a slap on the wrist, either. Aside from it's status as one of the most prestigious and highly-rated golf clubs in the world, Oakmont is scheduled to host the U.S. Open in 2033, 2042 and 2049. Notably, 2033 is the final year of Clark's 10-year exemption for winning the tournament in 2023. Unless he agrees to Oakmont's conditions, Clark will have to celebrate a decade as a U.S. Open champion from outside the ropes. This article originally appeared on For The Win: How Wyndham Clark can undo his Oakmont ban after damaging clubhouse
USA Today
13 hours ago
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- USA Today
How Wyndham Clark can undo his Oakmont ban after damaging clubhouse
Oakmont Country Club has put Wyndham Clark in timeout after his childish temper tantrum last month. The 2023 U.S. Open champion was looking to reclaim his title in June when he missed the cut at Oakmont. Clark apparently got way too heated afterwards and began kicking at stalls in the 121-year-old locker room, creating quite the scene and damaging the venue's historic locker room. Now, according to The Athletic, the club has officially banned Clark from the grounds — but did give him a chance to make amends: Clark's reinstatement is contingent upon 'a number of specific conditions, including full repayment for damages, a meaningful contribution to a charity of the Board's choosing, and the successful completion of counseling and/or anger management sessions,' according to Lynch's letter. Clark apologized for the incident at the following week's Traveler's Championship. "I've had a lot of highs and lows in my career, especially this year some lows. I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I'm very sorry for what happened," Clark said. "But I'd also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA, and kind of focus on the rest of this year and things that come up. I still want to try to make the Ryder Cup team. I still am on the outside looking in for the FedEx Cup. So I'm starting to move on and focus on those things." Safe to say the USGA and Oakmont did not, in fact, move on. The two entities worked together on the parameters of Clark's banishment. This isn't just a slap on the wrist, either. Aside from it's status as one of the most prestigious and highly-rated golf clubs in the world, Oakmont is scheduled to host the U.S. Open in 2033, 2042 and 2049. Notably, 2033 is the final year of Clark's 10-year exemption for winning the tournament in 2023. Unless he agrees to Oakmont's conditions, Clark will have to celebrate a decade as a U.S. Open champion from outside the ropes.
The Irish Sun
14 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
Major champion Wyndham Clark BANNED from course just hours before Open after destroying locker room
WYNDHAM CLARK has been BANNED from the Oakmont Country Club for destroying a locker room. The major champion received his ban just hours before the Open commences at the Royal Portrush Golf Club. Advertisement 4 Wyndham Clark has been banned from the Oakmont Country Club Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 The decision came after he destroyed a locker room The golf star left empty-handed as he carded two four-over rounds of 76 during the tournament. This meant that he did not make the cut for the weekend with his +8 score. The poor effort also saw him fail to win any prize money as he finished just one shot outside of the cut line. Advertisement READ MORE ON GOLF He appeared frustrated as he had bogeyed his final hole and did not react well when back in the locker room. It was initially reported that he Pictures of the room emerged with panels on two doors smashed out of place. Oakmont have now banned the American for his behaviour as reported by Advertisement Most read in Golf Revealed JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS The report claims that the decision came after discussions with the US Golf Association (USGA) and the club's board. Oakmont Country Club (OCC) president John Lynch issued a letter revealing that Clark can lift his ban if he performs several actions. The Open Faces Tee Time Chaos Amid Parade Clash in Portrush This includes paying for the damage that he caused and making a "meaningful contribution" to a charity. Advertisement It has also urged the golfer to go to anger management therapy. Lynch wrote: "Several of you have inquired about the situation involving "Following multiple discussions with the USGA and the OCC Board, a decision has been made that Mr. Clark will no longer be permitted on OCC property. 4 He can get his ban lifted if he goes to anger management therapy Credit: PA Advertisement 4 He won the US Open at Oakmont in 2023 Credit: Getty "This decision will remain in effect unless formally reconsidered and approved by the Board." Ahead of the Open in Northern Ireland, Clark has dropped to 28th in the PGA Tour world rankings. He has only managed one top 10 finish in his 19 appearances on tour this season. Advertisement
