Clark holds off McIlroy to win US Open for first major title

19.06.2023 - 02:39 channelnewsasia.com

LOS ANGELES :American Wyndham Clark won the U.S. Open by one shot over Rory McIlroy at Los Angeles Country Club on Sunday to claim his first major title.Clark sank a short par putt on 18 to finish the championship on 10-under par 270 behind an impressive display of power and precision.World number one Scottie Scheffler was third at seven under while overnight co-leader Rickie Fowler faded early and had to settle for a share of fifth.

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