The simple and frustrating reason there are very few fans at the US Open at Shinnecock Hills

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1. 1h ago

   Wyndham Clark Wins Second U.S. Open Amidst Hostile Crowd

   Wyndham Clark won his second U.S. Open title at Shinnecock Hills after surviving a late charge by Sam Burns. Despite a strong lead, Clark faced significant heckling from the crowd during the final round. Some fans were ejected from the event by police for their behavior.

   What's confirmed:

   • Wyndham Clark won the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills to claim his second major title.
   • Sam Burns made a late charge during the final round.
   • Fans heckled and jeered Wyndham Clark during the tournament.
   • Police and event staff ejected multiple fans for abusing Clark.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Scottie Scheffler stated that being in the arena is not for everybody.
   • The USGA lost tens of millions of dollars in revenue due to sparse crowds.
   • Fans left the event early because of train schedules.
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2. 3d ago

   Train Schedules Impact Attendance at Shinnecock Hills U.S. Open

   Wyndham Clark holds a six-shot lead entering the final round of the U.S. Open. Attendance at Shinnecock Hills has dropped, with fans leaving early due to train schedules. The USGA reports tens of millions of dollars in lost revenue because of the sparse crowds.

   What's confirmed:

   • Wyndham Clark holds a six-shot lead going into the final round of the U.S. Open.
   • The U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills has experienced a noticeable drop in attendance.
   • The USGA acknowledged tens of millions of dollars in lost revenue due to empty seats.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Fans left early on Saturday because of train schedules.
   • There are three primary explanations for the lack of crowd.
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