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In a captivating display of skill, determination, and unwavering focus, golfer Wyndham Clark emerged as the victor at the prestigious 2023 U.S. Open tournament.
The relatively little-known Clark held off superstar challengers such as Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Rickie Fowler to win at Los Angeles Country Club.
In this article, we'll discuss Clark's history, recent performances, and how much prize money he'll receive for winning the 2023 U.S. Open championship.
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Who Is Wyndham Clark?
Clark is a 29-year-old professional golfer from Denver, Colorado that is a member of the PGA Tour. After beginning his collegiate career at golf powerhouse Oklahoma State, Clark transferred to the University of Oregon. His game improved at Oregon and he won the 2017 PAC-12 Championship.
He turned pro later that year and earned his PGA Tour card for the 2018-19 season. Despite Clark's obvious talent for the game, things haven't always been easy for him at the professional level, as he's struggled to find consistency on the PGA Tour. Prior to 2023, Clark's closest call to a win was a playoff loss in the 2020 Bermuda Championship.
Clark's game has reached a new level in 2023. His noticeable improvement can be attributed to the spike in his iron play. Clark finished the 2021-22 season ranked 173rd on the PGA Tour in Strokes Gained: Approach. He has jumped all the way up to 25th on the Tour in the same category this season. The Denver native is also aided by his length and power off the tee, as well as an excellent putting stroke.
How Much Money Did Wyndham Clark Make By Winning The U.S. Open?
Thanks to the improvements in his game, Clark has had a career-best season in 2023. He logged his first-ever win on the PGA Tour in May with a victory at the Wells Fargo Championship. That came with a whopping $3.6 million first-prize check.
Clark wasn't done there, as he showcased grit and talent at Los Angeles Country Club to win the 2023 U.S. Open, a title that's one of golf's four major championships. He defeated a group of stars that included Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Rickie Fowler. Thanks to his amazing play under pressure, Clark will take home another huge prize, as he'll receive a massive $3.6 million check for winning the 2023 U.S. Open.
With his two breakout victories in 2023, Clark has now earned more prize money in the last two months than he had in his entire career prior to the 2023 season. In addition to the financial windfall, Clark qualifies for many of golf's biggest events thanks to his major championship win at LACC. He is also now ranked No. 13 in the Official World Golf Rankings, which is a career-best for Clark.
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