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Scheffler gets some help from Clark, but can't take advantage at the US Open
By Eddie Pells, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Scottie Scheffler got part of what he needed — a crack in Wyndham Clark's game that might have kickstarted his own run at completing the career Grand Slam. But Scheffler never nailed down the other part — namely, applying any pressure of his own on the player who left the door open Sunday at the ...
Key takeaway But Scheffler never nailed down the other part — namely, applying any pressure of his own on the player who left the door open Sunday at the ...
Why this matters in The Pearland
For golf fans in Pearland , Scottie Scheffler's near-miss at the US Open is a familiar story of what could have been. As a Texan and the world's No. 1 player, Scheffler's quest for the career Grand Slam resonates deeply in the Houston area, where he has built a strong following. His struggles at Shinnecock Hills, where he failed to capitalize on Wyndham Clark's mistakes, will likely be debated among local golf enthusiasts. Scheffler's comments about the New York crowd's cheers for Clark's mishaps also raise interesting questions about the role of fan support in golf tournaments. As Scheffler waits another year for a chance to complete his Grand Slam, Pearland residents will be watching closely to see how he bounces back from this disappointment. With the next US Open scheduled for Pebble Beach, Scheffler will have plenty of time to regroup and prepare for another shot at history.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Scottie Scheffler got part of what he needed — a crack in Wyndham Clark's game that might have kickstarted his own run at completing the career Grand Slam. But Scheffler never nailed down the other part — namely, applying any pressure of his own on the player who left the door open Sunday at the ...
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