History of Wyndham Clark in Timeline
Wyndham Robert Clark is an American professional golfer prominent on the PGA Tour. His breakthrough came in May 2023 when he secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Wells Fargo Championship. Building on this success, Clark achieved an even greater milestone the following month by winning his first major championship, the 2023 U.S. Open.
1981: Mother Won Miss New Mexico USA
In 1981, Wyndham Clark's mother, Lise Thenevet Clark, won the Miss New Mexico USA pageant.
December 9, 1993: Wyndham Clark Born
On December 9, 1993, Wyndham Robert Clark was born. He is an American professional golfer.
2011: Named Player of the Year
In 2011, Wyndham Clark was named player of the year after winning the Colorado state golf championship for the second time.
2012: Enrolled at Oklahoma State
In 2012, Wyndham Clark initially enrolled at Oklahoma State University.
2013: U.S. Amateur Finish
In 2013, Wyndham Clark tied for ninth place in stroke play at the U.S. Amateur tournament.
2016: Transferred to Oregon
In 2016, Wyndham Clark transferred to the University of Oregon.
2017: Earned Web.com Tour Card
In 2017, Wyndham Clark finished in a tie for 23rd at Web.com Tour qualifying, earning his card for the 2018 season.
2017: Graduated with Business Degree
In 2017, Wyndham Clark graduated from the University of Oregon with a business degree.
2018: Qualified for PGA Tour
In 2018, Wyndham Clark made 24 starts with four top-10 finishes, qualifying for the PGA Tour for the 2018-19 season by finishing 16th on the tour money list.
2020: Second Place Finish 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 achieved his first PGA Tour victory at the Wells Fargo Championship, surpassing Xander Schauffele by four shots.
May 2023: Wells Fargo Championship Win
In May 2023, Wyndham Clark secured his first PGA Tour win at the Wells Fargo Championship.
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, finishing with an even-par final round of 70 and beating Rory McIlroy by one stroke to win $3.6 million. This was Clark's first major victory in his 7th start.
October 1, 2023: Competed in 2023 Ryder Cup
On October 1, 2023, Wyndham Clark participated in the 2023 Ryder Cup, where the U.S. team was defeated by the European team with a score of 16 1/2 to 11 1/2. Clark's individual record was 1−1−1, with a loss in his singles match to Robert MacIntyre.
February 2024: Wins AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
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 called after 54 holes due to inclement weather.
