History of Wyndham Clark in Timeline

Wyndham Robert Clark is an American professional golfer competing on the PGA Tour. His career reached a new height in 2023, highlighted by securing his first PGA Tour victory at the Wells Fargo Championship in May. The following month, he achieved his first major championship win at the 2023 U.S. Open.

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1981: Mother's Miss New Mexico USA Win

In 1981, Wyndham Clark's mother, Lise Thenevet Clark, won the Miss New Mexico USA pageant.

December 9, 1993: Wyndham Clark's Birth

On December 9, 1993, Wyndham Robert Clark was born. He would later become an American professional golfer.

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2011: Colorado Player of the Year

In 2011, Wyndham Clark was named player of the year in high school, marking a significant achievement in his early golf career.

2012: Enrollment at Oklahoma State

In 2012, Wyndham Clark initially enrolled at Oklahoma State University.

2013: U.S. Amateur Finish

In 2013, Wyndham Clark finished in a tie for ninth place in stroke play at the U.S. Amateur tournament while at Oklahoma State.

2013: Death of Mother

In 2013, Wyndham Clark's mother, Lise Thenevet Clark, passed away from breast cancer while he was attending Oklahoma State University.

2016: Transfer to Oregon

In 2016, Wyndham Clark transferred to the University of Oregon.

2017: Graduation and GolfWeek Player of the Year

In 2017, Wyndham Clark graduated with a business degree and won the Pac-12 conference championship. He was also named GolfWeek Player of the Year.

2017: Web.com Tour Qualification

In 2017, Wyndham Clark tied for 23rd at Web.com Tour qualifying, earning his card for the 2018 season.

2018: PGA Tour Qualification

Wyndham Clark made 24 starts in 2018 with four top-10 finishes. By finishing 16th on the tour money list, he qualified for the PGA Tour for the 2018–19 season.

2020: Second Place at Bermuda Championship

In 2020, Wyndham Clark finished second at the Bermuda Championship, losing in a playoff to Brian Gay.

May 2023: First PGA Tour Victory

In May 2023, Wyndham Clark secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Wells Fargo Championship, triumphing over Xander Schauffele by four shots.

June 18, 2023: U.S. Open Victory

On June 18, 2023, Wyndham Clark won the 2023 U.S. Open at the Los Angeles Country Club, beating Rory McIlroy by one stroke and earning $3.6 million.

October 1, 2023: Ryder Cup Competition

On October 1, 2023, Wyndham Clark competed in the 2023 Ryder Cup, where the U.S. team lost to the European team. Clark went 1−1−1, losing his singles match to Robert MacIntyre.

2023: Breakout Year for Wyndham Clark

In 2023, Wyndham Clark had a breakout year, securing his first PGA Tour title at the Wells Fargo Championship in May and winning his first major championship at the U.S. Open in June 2023.

February 2024: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Victory

In February 2024, Wyndham Clark won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am by one stroke over Ludvig Åberg, after shooting a course-record and career-low round of 60 at Pebble Beach. The tournament was shortened to 54 holes due to weather.