Wyndham Clark's U.S. Open victory was sweet enough, but his girlfriend made sure the haters felt every bit of it. Emily Tanner, Clark's longtime partner, took to social media after his stunning win to deliver a pointed message to those who doubted him.
"The most deserving. You did it!! Love you so much," she wrote on Instagram, a clear jab at the critics who had been vocal throughout the tournament.
The U.S. Open crowd had not been kind to Clark, with chants and taunts echoing across the course. Many fans openly rooted for stars like Scottie Scheffler or Sam Burns, making Clark feel like the villain of the weekend. "New York didn't really like me," Clark admitted after the win. "I love you guys, but, you know, I get it."
Clark's rocky history with fans stems from an incident last year when he destroyed part of a locker room after a disappointing round, sparking widespread backlash. He has since apologized multiple times, but the memory lingered for many in the gallery.
"Some of it is self-deserved. I did some unfortunate things last year that I really regret. I've been sorry multiple times and I'm still sorry, so hopefully I can win you guys over eventually," Clark said. "But I get it, they root for Scottie. Grand Slams only happen a few times. He's going to get it. He's the best player in the world, but today it's my day."
Despite the hostility, Clark held his nerve and clinched the title, silencing the doubters with his play. Tanner's post was the final mic drop, celebrating not just the win but the vindication of her man.
The moment echoed a broader trend in sports where partners of athletes are unafraid to speak out. Just last week, Ali Larter fired back at critics over a different controversy, showing that the sidelines are no longer silent.
Whether Clark will ever win over the New York crowd remains to be seen, but for now, he and Tanner are soaking in the victory. And if Tanner's Instagram is any guide, the critics can keep their opinions to themselves.
