U.S. Open Round 3 updates: Scheffler, McIlroy trying to chase down Clark at Shinnecock
Golf fans are glued to the U.S. Open as top contenders vie for a spot at the top of the leaderboard.
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Coverage from The Guardian, BBC, USA Today, and ESPN focuses on the chase for the lead. Wyndham Clark currently holds the top position.
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are among those trying to close the gap. The next developments to watch include the final scores from the third round and the start of the final round.
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Quick answers
Who is leading the U.S. Open after the third round?
Wyndham Clark is currently leading the U.S. Open after the third round.
Which players are trying to catch up to the leader?
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are among the players trying to catch up to Wyndham Clark.
Where is the U.S. Open being held?
The U.S. Open is being held at Shinnecock Hills.
Coverage (4)
- US Open 2026: Moving Day updates from third round The Guardian · 10h ago
- US Open LIVE: Action from third round BBC · 10h ago
- Can anyone catch Wyndham Clark? U.S. Open live odds, best bets Round 3 USA Today · 10h ago
- U.S. Open 2026 third-round highlights: Sights and sounds from Saturday's play ESPN · 10h ago
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