The US Open at Shinnecock Hills is facing a challenge with sparse galleries and a lack of atmosphere due to its location on Long Island, New York. The course is a logistical nightmare, making it difficult for tens of thousands of fans to attend.
Transportation Issues
The primary issue is transportation, as fans from New York City must take the Long Island Rail Road train from Grand Central Station or Penn Station, which can take over four hours round-trip with multiple stops. This has resulted in fans leaving early to catch their trains, leading to a lack of energy and atmosphere during the final rounds.
Wyndham Clark, who secured a six-shot lead through 54 holes, expressed his disappointment at the sparse crowds, stating that it was unfortunate that people weren’t there to witness the key moments. However, he emphasized that it was still important for him to focus on his game.
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