US Open winner Wyndham Clark admits crowd 'didn't like' him after being subjected to heckling during final round

On his way to becoming US Open champion for the second time, America's Wyndham Clark had to overcome the unusual challenge of taming a hostile home crowd at Shinnecock Hills.

Clark completed a wire-to-wire victory by holding off Sam Burns by one shot, but perhaps the biggest talking point to arise from the final round was just how badly a significant chunk of spectators wanted the champion to lose.

Clark dealt with shouts of "get in the bunker" after many of his shots, while cheers were also muted when he played good shots or holed putts.

Some of that was down to the fact his partner in the final pairing was the hugely popular world No 1 Scottie Scheffler, who was attempting to complete the career Grand Slam.

However, this was not just about Scheffler's popularity, given the crowd also seemed desperate to see Burns claim a maiden major title.

Clark's victory came a year on from him being banned by Oakmont Country Club, the host of last year's US Open, after he damaged a locker in anger after being frustrated with his play at the tournament.

Following his win on Sunday, he said: "New York didn't really like me. I love you guys, but, you know, I get it.

"Some of it is self-deserved. I did some unfortunate things last year that I really regret.

"I've been sorry multiple times and I'm still sorry, so hopefully I can win you guys over eventually.

"But I get it, they root for Scottie. Grand Slams only happen a few times. He's going to get it. He's the best player in the world, but today it's my day."