Clark looks to break troublesome trend for 36-hole leaders at U.S. Open

June 19, 2026 09:56 PM

Wyndham Clark has a four-shot lead entering the weekend at the 126th U.S. Open. But 36-hole leaders have not fared well recently in the season's third major. Clark talks to Todd Lewis.

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