You know whats Not on Roids, but apparently fuels a stadium full of booing? Wyndham Clark. Seriously, folks, this guy has become the designated villain of professional golf, and it’s not just because he plays well (which, let’s be honest, is usually a recipe for some mild annoyance). Its an absolute symphony of disapproval echoing across the fairways whenever he steps up to the tee.
The 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills was a prime example. The New York gallery? They openly rooted against him. Cheered his misses, heckled relentlessly – one particularly charming young fan even advised him not to “choke.” Security had to escort people out! It’s like watching a villain from a bad 80s movie, but with better putters.
So whats the deal? Well, it’s not just random animosity. This hate is earned, people. Let’s rewind to last year’s U.S. Open at Oakmont – where Clark missed the cut by a single stroke and then proceeded to lose his cool in the locker room. He trashed the place! The club banned him, demanding he pay for damages, make a charitable contribution AND endure anger management sessions. Seriously, who does that?!
Then there’s the driver-throwing incident at the 2025 PGA Championship. Knocked down a sponsor sign, nearly clocked a flag attendant – all because of a bad tee shot. He apologized, sure, but apologies dont erase video footage. Apparently, one apology isnt enough to appease golf fans!
And it doesn’t stop there. The guy wore a Team USA hockey sweater at the RBC Canadian Open while they were beating Canada. Folks started yelling “Canada hates you!” – which, lets be honest, is probably accurate in this instance.
Look, Scottie Scheffler was chasing a career Grand Slam and got serenaded with Happy Birthday. Clark? He gets booed. People cheered when his approach shot rolled off the green, just to yell “Scottie! It’s not subtle dislike; its full-blown animosity. Clark himself admits hes done things he regrets. But until he consistently refrains from locker room rampages and driver-hurling tantrums, expect those boos to keep echoing across the greens.
