U.S. Open 2026: What to know from Round 3 at Shinnecock Hills

Wyndham Clark holds a six-shot lead after Round 3 of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York, posting a third-round 70 to reach 7-under par for the tournament. His six-stroke advantage is the largest 54-hole lead at the U.S. Open since Rory McIlroy led by eight shots in 2011, and his 54-hole total is the best ever recorded across the six U.S. Opens held at Shinnecock Hills. The 2023 U.S. Open champion showed remarkable resilience, converting six consecutive par putts ranging from 5 to 14 feet and eagling the 16th hole during his round.