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Clark in 2023
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| Personal information | |
| Full name | Wyndham Robert Clark |
| Nickname | Dub |
| Born | December 9, 1993 Denver, Colorado, U.S. |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
| Weight | 172 lb |
| Residence | Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S. |
| Career | |
| College | Oklahoma State University University of Oregon |
| Turned professional | 2017 |
| Current tour(s) | PGA Tour |
| Former tour(s) | Web.com Tour |
| Professional wins | 3 |
| Number of wins by tour | |
| PGA Tour | 3 |
| European Tour | 1 |
| Best results in Major Championships (Wins: 1) |
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| The Masters Tournament | T46: 2025 |
| U.S. Open | Won: 2023 |
| The Open Championship | T4: 2025 |
| PGA Championship | T50: 2025 |
Wyndham Robert Clark (born December 9, 1993) is a professional golfer from the United States. He plays on the PGA Tour, which is a top golf tour. In 2023, Wyndham Clark had a fantastic year. He won his first big PGA Tour event, the Wells Fargo Championship. Soon after, he won his first major championship, the U.S. Open.
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Early Life and Amateur Golf Career
Wyndham Clark grew up in Colorado. He went to Valor Christian High School. While there, he was a great golfer. He won the Colorado state golf championship twice. In 2011, he was named the player of the year.
After high school, Clark went to Oklahoma State University in 2012. He played well in college tournaments. Later, in 2016, he moved to the University of Oregon. There, he won the Pac-12 conference championship. He also earned the GolfWeek Player of the Year award. He finished college in 2017 with a degree in business.
Becoming a Professional Golfer
Wyndham Clark turned professional in 2017. He played on the Web.com Tour first. This tour helps golfers get ready for the PGA Tour. He did well enough to earn his spot on the PGA Tour for the 2018–19 season.
First PGA Tour Wins
In 2020, Clark nearly won his first PGA Tour event. He finished second at the Bermuda Championship. He lost in a playoff to another golfer, Brian Gay.
His first big win came in May 2023. He won the Wells Fargo Championship. He played very well and beat Xander Schauffele by four shots. This was a huge moment in his career.
Just a month later, on June 18, 2023, Clark achieved an even bigger victory. He won the U.S. Open at the Los Angeles Country Club. He beat famous golfer Rory McIlroy by just one shot. Winning the U.S. Open is one of the highest achievements in golf.
In February 2024, Clark won again. He won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. He shot a very low score of 60 at Pebble Beach. This was his best score ever in a tournament. The tournament was shorter than usual because of bad weather.
Playing for the U.S. Team
Wyndham Clark has also represented the United States in team golf events.
- In 2023, he played in the 2023 Ryder Cup. This is a big competition between teams from the U.S. and Europe. The U.S. team lost to the European team that year.
- In 2024, he was part of the U.S. team that won the 2024 Presidents Cup. This event is similar to the Ryder Cup but involves a team from the U.S. playing against a team of international players (excluding Europe).
Recent Tournament Play
Wyndham Clark continued to play in major tournaments in 2025. He finished tied for 46th at the Masters Tournament. He also tied for 50th at the PGA Championship. At The Open Championship, he finished tied for 4th place.
After the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, Wyndham Clark had an unfortunate incident. He was later banned from playing at Oakmont. This ban can be lifted if he meets certain conditions. Oakmont is a very famous golf course.
Wyndham Clark's Family Life
Wyndham Clark is a Christian. He lives in Scottsdale, Arizona. His father, Randall Clark, used to be a professional tennis player. Wyndham's mother, Lise Thenevet Clark, passed away in 2013. She had won the 1981 Miss New Mexico USA pageant.
Amateur Wins
- 2009 Colorado State Championship
- 2011 Colorado State Championship
- 2017 Pac-12 Championship
Professional Wins (3)
PGA Tour Wins (3)
| No. | Date | Tournament | Winning score | To par | Margin of victory |
Runner-up |
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| 1 | May 7, 2023 | Wells Fargo Championship | 67-67-63-68=265 | −19 | 4 strokes |  Xander Schauffele |
| 2 | Jun 18, 2023 | U.S. Open | 64-67-69-70=270 | −10 | 1 stroke |  Rory McIlroy |
| 3 | Feb 4, 2024 | AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am | 72-67-60=199* | −17 | 1 stroke |  Ludvig Åberg |
*Note: The 2024 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am was shortened to 54 holes due to weather.
PGA Tour playoff record (0–1)
| No. | Year | Tournament | Opponent | Result |
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| 1 | 2020 | Bermuda Championship | Brian Gay |
Lost to birdie on first extra hole |
Major Championship Wins
U.S. Open Win (1)
| Year | Championship | 54 holes | Winning score | Margin | Runner-up |
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| 2023 | U.S. Open | Tied for lead | −10 (64-67-69-70=270) | 1 stroke | Rory McIlroy |
U.S. National Team Appearances
Amateur
- Palmer Cup: 2014
Professional
- Ryder Cup: 2023
- Presidents Cup: 2024 (winners)
