Clark leads by six at US Open as Scheffler charges

American Wyndham Clark seized a six-stroke lead after Saturday’s third round of the US Open while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler charged into contention for a historic triumph.

Clark, the 2023 US Open champion, sank a four-foot eagle putt at the par-five 16th on the way to firing a level-par 70 at windy Shinnecock to stand on seven-under 203 after 54 holes.

Despite a three-putt bogey at 18, Clark boosted his lead by two strokes from his 36-hole margin.

“It was a tale of two people,” Clark said. “I’d hit great shots and then I’d hit one of the worst shots and make dumb mistakes. Then I’d recover and make great putts or chips.

“The fact I increased my lead is a huge thing, so overall satisfied.”