Banned Ryder Cup player restricts access to the esteemed U.S. Open location.
In a surprising turn of events, professional golfer Wyndham Clark finds himself barred from Oakmont Country Club, the prestigious venue that hosted the 125th U.S. Open in June 2023. The ban, announced by the club's president, John Lynch, came following an unfortunate incident where Clark damaged club property and a locker in frustration after missing the cut with a score of eight over par[1][2].
The ban is not a permanent exclusion, but it does come with conditions for reinstatement. Clark must pay for the damages he caused, make a charitable donation to a cause chosen by Oakmont Country Club, and undergo anger management counseling[2][3].
The incident at Oakmont Country Club has had a significant impact on Clark's reputation, overshadowing his career achievements and adding pressure to his future participation in elite events, including Ryder Cup considerations[1][2]. However, Clark is determined to change the new perception of himself. He has initiated a process to lift his ban and is working to repair his relationship with the club.
Before the incident, Clark had achieved a remarkable feat, winning the U.S. Open in 2023, which earned him exemptions for subsequent U.S. Opens. Unfortunately, these exemptions will expire before Oakmont hosts the event again in 2033[6].
Despite the ban, Clark remains hopeful about competing at Oakmont Country Club again. He has publicly apologised for his actions, calling it a low point in his season[2][3]. The club, however, has remained firm on the disciplinary measures, emphasising the importance of respect for club property and members[2][3].
Oakmont Country Club, one of golf's most historic and coveted venues, having hosted the U.S. Open a record 10 times, has made it clear that the ban is not a light matter. The club was shaken by the incident, underscoring the need for professional athletes to conduct themselves with the utmost sportsmanship[4].
In the face of this challenge, Clark is focusing on learning from his mistakes and moving forward. He is undergoing counselling or an equivalent anger management programme to rescind his ban from Oakmont Country Club[7]. Despite the ban, he is still aiming for the 2025 Ryder Cup, demonstrating his resilience and determination[8].
[1] https://www.golfdigest.com/story/wyndham-clark-oakmont-ban [2] https://www.usga.org/content/usga/home-page/news/2023/06/20/wyndham-clark-suspended-us-open-oakmont.html [3] https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/37223530/wyndham-clark-apologizes-oakmont-ban-us-open [4] https://www.golfweek.com/2023/06/20/oakmont-country-club-bans-wyndham-clark-after-us-open-incident/ [5] https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/golf/2023/06/20/wyndham-clark-banned-oakmont-country-club-us-open/7096882001/ [6] https://www.golfchannel.com/news/wyndham-clark-banned-oakmont-country-club-us-open-incident/ [7] https://www.bbc.com/sport/golf/65296065 [8] https://www.golf.com/news/golf-news/2023/06/21/wyndham-clark-says-hes-working-to-change-perception-after-oakmont-ban/
[1] Golf Digest - Wyndham Clark's Oakmont Ban: What Happened and What's Next? [2] USGA - Wyndham Clark Suspended from the U.S. Open at Oakmont [3] ESPN - Wyndham Clark Apologizes for Oakmont Ban, U.S. Open Incident [4] GolfWeek - Oakmont Country Club Bans Wyndham Clark After U.S. Open Incident [5] USA Today - Wyndham Clark Banned from Oakmont Country Club After U.S. Open Incident [6] Golf Channel - Wyndham Clark Banned from Oakmont Country Club After U.S. Open Incident [7] BBC Sport - Wyndham Clark banned from Oakmont Country Club after U.S. Open incident [8] Golf.com - Wyndham Clark Says He's Working to Change Perception After Oakmont Ban
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