General · 21 June 2026

Clark extends US Open lead to six shots

Wyndham Clark is now the overwhelming favourite to win a second US Open title, extending his lead to six strokes after a strong third round. Scottie Scheffler, the world number one, poses the biggest threat to Clark's lead, despite starting in joint 49th on Friday. Only once since 1934 has a six-shot lead been overturned in a major final round.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 June 2026 at 7:23

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