Wyndham Clark has been suspended from Oakmont Country Club after his US Open locker room meltdown.
The PGA Tour star was involved in controversial scenes last month, as images emerged of some behind-the-scenes damage.
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Clark has been banned from Oakmont Country Club after a behind-the-scenes meltdown during the US Open in JuneCredit: Getty
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He admitted to causing damage to the club’s locker room in a furious rage
Clark missed the cut at a chaotic US Open, which was eventually won by J.J. Spaun, and his frustrations got the better of him.
The pictures of damaged locker doors quickly spread online, and fans called for the American to be banned from the course.
Now, a few weeks later, Oakmont has officially taken action.
Despite Clark’s apology for his actions, the golf club in Pennsylvania has decided to suspend him from its property.
Oakmont club president John Lynch notified members this week via a letter, which has now been obtained by Golf Digest.
The letter reads: “Several of you have inquired about the situation involving Wyndham Clark and the steps being taken in response to his recent behavior.
“Following multiple discussions with the USGA and the OCC Board, a decision has been made that Mr. Clark will no longer be permitted on OCC property.
“This decision will remain in effect unless formally reconsidered and approved by the Board.”
Oakmont president Lynch also outlined how Clark could potentially be allowed to complete on the course again in the future.
“Reinstatement would be contingent upon Mr. Clark fulfilling a number of specific conditions,” the letter continued.
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Clark will not be able to play at the iconic course after being suspended for his actionsCredit: Getty
“Including full repayment for damages, a meaningful contribution to a charity of the Board’s choosing, and the successful completion of counselling and/or anger management sessions.”
Clark will now have to fulfil the requirements laid out for him to return to playing at the iconic course.
Oakmont will host the US Open again in 2033.
The 31-year-old called for frustrated fans to move on from the incident in his apology in June.
He also admitted that he ‘deeply regretted’ his actions.
Clark said: “I mean, I’ve had a lot of highs and lows in my career, especially this year some lows.
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The news of Clark’s suspension has come on the eve of The Open at Royal PortrushCredit: Getty
“I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I’m very sorry for what happened.
“I’d also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA and kind of focus on the rest of this year and things that come up.”
However, he has now received punishment for his furious outburst on the eve of the final major on the golf calendar.
Clark will be teeing it up at The Open at Royal Portrush on Thursday, hoping for a better performance than at the US Open.
For his opening two rounds in Northern Ireland, he’s grouped with Corey Conners and Tom Hoge.
But he will have to shake off the news of his Oakmont ban when he takes to the course eyeing the second major title of his career.
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