Wyndham Clark Expresses ‘Deep Regret’ Over Damaging His Oakmont Locker During the US Open

Wyndham Clark, the former champion of the US Open, has expressed his “deep regret” regarding the damage he caused to a historic locker at Oakmont, which he utilised during last weekend’s US Open—a second incident of frustration attributed to him in a major tournament this year.

Reports emerged over the weekend detailing the damage to Clark’s locker. In response, the USGA only stated that it collaborates directly with players and their representatives concerning player conduct.

Clark, who carded a bogey on his final hole in round two, missing the cut by a single stroke at the US Open, kicked off the Travelers Championship with an impressive 64 on Friday.

When asked about the Oakmont locker incident, Clark reflected: “Yeah, I mean, I’ve experienced plenty of highs and lows in my career, especially this year with some notable lows.”

“I made a mistake that I sincerely regret. I’m genuinely sorry for what transpired,” he stated. “However, I would also prefer to move forward—not just for myself but also for Oakmont, for the USGA, and to refocus on the remainder of the year and the tournaments ahead.”

Clark rose to prominence in 2023 with two victories, including the US Open, and secured a place on the Ryder Cup team. He triumphed at Pebble Beach a year later and qualified for the Olympics.

However, he has managed just one top-10 finish over the past nine months and has slipped to No.27 in the world rankings and No.80 in the FedEx Cup standings.

At the PGA Championship earlier this year, he misfired his drive to the right, throwing his driver behind him and damaging a sign on the tee—unfortunately, it bore the logo of one of his sponsors. Clark later issued an apology for that incident via social media.

“As professionals, we’re expected to maintain our composure, even when faced with frustration, and I regrettably allowed my emotions to take over. My behaviour was unjustifiable and entirely inappropriate, indicating that I have areas I need to work on,” Clark admitted last month.

“I vow to improve how I manage my frustrations on the course moving forward, and I hope to earn your forgiveness in time.”

Currently positioned at No.23 in the Ryder Cup standings, where six players receive automatic berths, Clark has the upcoming Travelers and the British Open as key events to enhance his FedEx Cup ranking. Just the top 70 players qualify for the postseason.

“I still aspire to make the Ryder Cup team. I remain on the outside looking in for the FedEx Cup,” Clark stated. “So, I’m starting to shift my focus and concentrate on those objectives.”