Wyndham Clark won the US Open while being openly booed by the American crowd — and his mental health coach had to go inside to escape the pressure.
Pardon My Take
Wyndham Clark won the US Open while being openly booed by the American crowd — and his mental health coach had to go inside to escape the pressure.
TL;DR
Wyndham Clark wins the US Open at Shinnecock Hills for his second major title, battling a crowd that openly booed him — and Max Homa breaks it all down live in studio [1] — Big Cat "Fans at Shinnecock booed Wyndham Clark's every shot and cheered his misses — a level of hostility rarely seen at a US Open. The hosts break…" 05:20 . The crew also cheers the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia in the World Cup, debates the tournament format, and recaps the Knicks championship parade [2] — Big Cat "The USMNT beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle without Christian Pulisic and the Pardon My Take crew is declaring them the best in the world. Big …" 33:22 . George Kittle joins to talk Tight End U (92 tight ends registered, Tony Gonzalez attending), his Achilles rehab (running 16+ mph at 21 weeks), and the Brandon Aiyuk trade situation [3] — George Kittle "George Kittle won't give away the trade situation, but he'll tell you this: he watched Brandon Aiyuk running over 22 miles per hour and sto…" 2:26:00 . The episode closes with the inaugural Mount Rushmore of Deli Meats. Key takeaway: Wyndham turned crowd hostility into fuel — and his mental toughness is the real story of the US Open.
Wyndham Clark wins the 2025 US Open at Shinnecock Hills, Max Homa breaks it all down in studio, USMNT wins 2-0 in the World Cup, George Kittle discusses TEU and Achilles rehab, and the crew drafts the Mount Rushmore of Deli Meats.
The crew dives into Wyndham Clark's dramatic US Open win at Shinnecock, where the crowd openly rooted against an American in a way rarely seen at the national championship. Big Cat and PFT identify the three strikes against Wyndham: smashing two lockers at Oakmont after a bad round, destroying a T-Mobile tee box sign, and making a birth control quip about kids at the Masters Par 3 tournament. The Oakmont locker debate gets hilariously extended as the crew looks up pictures of the damaged lockers and debates the sanctity of historic golf club locker rooms — ultimately concluding they look like dumps. PFT argues Wyndham was actually suited to handle the crowd pressure better than most golfers precisely because his game thrives on frustration [1] — Big Cat "Fans at Shinnecock booed Wyndham Clark's every shot and cheered his misses — a level of hostility rarely seen at a US Open. The hosts break…" 05:20 . The crew credits Wyndham for owning the criticism, not asking for fan ejections, and being rewarded when his dad surprised him on the 18th green — turning what could have been a PR disaster into a genuine hero moment.
Big Cat leads an enthusiastic celebration of the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle, which he believes may mark the first time the US has won two consecutive World Cup games. PFT praises the team's counter-pressing and notes that losing Pulisic — their best player — and still dominating speaks to the squad's depth. Hank throws cold water by pointing out the US didn't qualify for the tournament and got a favorable group as hosts — earning a brief 'fair point' acknowledgment before being shouted down. The debate transitions to America's fan culture: both Big Cat and PFT argue the US should stop copying European chant traditions and instead lean into American sports traditions like Penn State whiteouts, Renegade, and the Cameron Crazies. Max Homa admits he watched the Country Roads moment 20 times and got emotional.
Memes describes the Knicks parade as World War Z — people climbing on everything, toilet paper everywhere, a sea of four million people. He got access through a connection to a police officer and ended up at Stone Street with a group of fellow AWLs, where everyone greeted each other as 'champion.' The crew then shifts to the NBA Draft, with speculation about Giannis going to the Heat and Darren Peterson refusing to work out for anyone but the Wizards. AJ D'Avanza's Father's Day social media post in Georgetown Nikes outside the White House is briefly noted. The Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta Hawks trade for two second-round picks is read as breaking news by Max, with the hosts unanimously agreeing the Thunder fleeced Atlanta.
Max Homa recounts texting with his mom during the round and being shocked to hear the crowd was actively cheering against Wyndham — having initially assumed she was exaggerating [1] — Max Homa "It felt like a Ryder Cup except the US person won, which is not a thing we do at the Ryder Cup." 1:18:36 . He says as a self-described people pleaser, the crowd would have destroyed him, but Wyndham turned the hostility into fuel. Max connects Wyndham's comfort with outward frustration to his ability to stay calm when conditions were pushing other players to the edge. The crew then floats the most compelling theory of the episode: Wyndham's name sounds like a timeshare hotel chain — and even people who buy timeshares hate them. They conclude that if his name were Bobby Clark, golf fans would probably love him.
Big Cat marvels that 10 years have passed since Kittle was drafted as a relatively unheralded tight end from Iowa, and Kittle remembers only hoping to survive OTAs before finding himself starting Week 1 of his rookie season. He describes how Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers coaching staff discovered his receiving talent through explosive OTA days where he was catching everything thrown his way, then quickly put him on 3rd-down choice routes he'd never run in college. Kittle's career advice: as a rookie, keep your mouth shut and let only your play define you — his offensive coordinator Bobby Turner still tells him he never heard Kittle say a word all his first year. His long-term goal is to retire and coach a Nashville-area high school program built on grit, outside zone, and multi-tight end sets.
Three teams draft four deli meats each: Big Cat and the Booth Boys (Memes, Max) take turkey and roast beef; Hank and Zach go salami, prosciutto, mortadella, and Buffalo chicken; solo PFT grabs ham, pastrami, gabagool, and roasted chicken. PFT's most passionate pick is gabagool, tied to the iconic Sopranos scene where Tony somberly packs it from the fridge when leaving his family home. The draft is mostly harmonious until Hank says he can't eat turkey on its own and can eat salami straight — which Big Cat reads as Hank feeling 'invincible' with Zach on his team and calls him out. A brief argument ensues, apologies are issued, and the crew notes that chicken cutlet and Bologna just missed the cut. The episode closes with birthday shoutouts, Zach wishing his dad a happy birthday, and PFT belatedly remembering his nephew before the crew signs off for summer.
Chapter 1 · 00:00
The crew dives into Wyndham Clark's dramatic US Open win at Shinnecock, where the crowd openly rooted against an American in a way rarely seen at the national championship. Big Cat and PFT identify the three strikes against Wyndham: smashing two lockers at Oakmont after a bad round, destroying a T-Mobile tee box sign, and making a birth control quip about kids at the Masters Par 3 tournament. The Oakmont locker debate gets hilariously extended as the crew looks up pictures of the damaged lockers and debates the sanctity of historic golf club locker rooms — ultimately concluding they look like dumps. PFT argues Wyndham was actually suited to handle the crowd pressure better than most golfers precisely because his game thrives on frustration [1] — Big Cat "Fans at Shinnecock booed Wyndham Clark's every shot and cheered his misses — a level of hostility rarely seen at a US Open. The hosts break…" 05:20 . The crew credits Wyndham for owning the criticism, not asking for fan ejections, and being rewarded when his dad surprised him on the 18th green — turning what could have been a PR disaster into a genuine hero moment.
Fans at Shinnecock booed Wyndham Clark's every shot and cheered his misses — a level of hostility rarely seen at a US Open. The hosts break down the three strikes against him: smashing lockers at Oakmont, destroying a T-Mobile sign, and making a birth control joke at the Masters Par 3 tournament.
Wyndham Clark became a two-time US Open champion by winning at Shinnecock Hills, joining Tiger Woods (3), Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, and Retief Goosen as multi-time winners since 2000.
LIV golfer Joaquin Niemann received a rare two-stroke penalty for a reckless club throw at the US Open; no video evidence of the incident has surfaced.
Chapter 2 · 31:44
Big Cat leads an enthusiastic celebration of the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle, which he believes may mark the first time the US has won two consecutive World Cup games. PFT praises the team's counter-pressing and notes that losing Pulisic — their best player — and still dominating speaks to the squad's depth. Hank throws cold water by pointing out the US didn't qualify for the tournament and got a favorable group as hosts — earning a brief 'fair point' acknowledgment before being shouted down. The debate transitions to America's fan culture: both Big Cat and PFT argue the US should stop copying European chant traditions and instead lean into American sports traditions like Penn State whiteouts, Renegade, and the Cameron Crazies. Max Homa admits he watched the Country Roads moment 20 times and got emotional.
The USMNT beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle without Christian Pulisic and the Pardon My Take crew is declaring them the best in the world. Big Cat and PFT make the case for why the World Cup bracket could set up a deep run — possibly to the semifinals.
The USMNT beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle, and the hosts believe it marks the first time the US has won two consecutive World Cup games.
In 2006, Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup goal at age 18 years, 11 months, wearing number 19. In 2026, Jamal Musiala scored his first World Cup goal at age 18 years, 11 months, wearing number 19. And Messi once posed with Musiala as a baby in a charity calendar photo shoot.
Jamal Musiala scored his first World Cup goal at age 18 years 11 months wearing number 19 — exactly matching Lionel Messi's first World Cup goal stats in 2006.
Chapter 3 · 46:39
Memes describes the Knicks parade as World War Z — people climbing on everything, toilet paper everywhere, a sea of four million people. He got access through a connection to a police officer and ended up at Stone Street with a group of fellow AWLs, where everyone greeted each other as 'champion.' The crew then shifts to the NBA Draft, with speculation about Giannis going to the Heat and Darren Peterson refusing to work out for anyone but the Wizards. AJ D'Avanza's Father's Day social media post in Georgetown Nikes outside the White House is briefly noted. The Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta Hawks trade for two second-round picks is read as breaking news by Max, with the hosts unanimously agreeing the Thunder fleeced Atlanta.
Memes attended the Knicks championship parade, estimated the crowd at 4 million (double the reported number), stood next to Mike Brown at the speeches, and ended up at Stone Street with a group of AWLs. Everyone greeted each other as 'champion.'
Memes attended the Knicks championship parade and estimated the crowd was roughly double the reported 2 million, putting it around 4 million people.
Kevin Durant claims he joined the Golden State Warriors — the team that had just gone to back-to-back Finals and won 73 games — because he saw them as a losing franchise historically. The hosts call it the mental gymnastics of the century.
Pete Crow-Armstrong had the most hits, doubles, triples, homers, and steals in any 18-game span in modern MLB history — a 1-in-5-million statistical occurrence.
Morgan and Morgan, America's largest injury law firm, has recovered over $30 billion for over 500,000 clients with more than 1,000 lawyers across 100+ offices.
Chapter 4 · 1:15:04
Max Homa recounts texting with his mom during the round and being shocked to hear the crowd was actively cheering against Wyndham — having initially assumed she was exaggerating [1] — Max Homa "It felt like a Ryder Cup except the US person won, which is not a thing we do at the Ryder Cup." 1:18:36 . He says as a self-described people pleaser, the crowd would have destroyed him, but Wyndham turned the hostility into fuel. Max connects Wyndham's comfort with outward frustration to his ability to stay calm when conditions were pushing other players to the edge. The crew then floats the most compelling theory of the episode: Wyndham's name sounds like a timeshare hotel chain — and even people who buy timeshares hate them. They conclude that if his name were Bobby Clark, golf fans would probably love him.
The Shinnecock gallery openly booed Wyndham Clark and cheered his bad shots — a level of hostility Max Homa compared to a Ryder Cup atmosphere, which is almost unheard of at a US Open.
Green speed at a US Open can shift day to day based on wind and course conditions — and even the best professionals can be rattled by that unpredictability. Max Homa explains why pros, who are conditioned to perfectly manicured surfaces, become almost gun-shy when the speed changes mid-tournament.
A fan named Konky GBR has tweeted Max Homa every single day for 1,397 consecutive days asking to play a round of golf, leading to a promise of a golf round at day 1,776.
Wyndham Clark hit a towering wood shot to eagle the par-5 16th on Saturday at Shinnecock — and Max Homa says almost no one on tour has the clubhead speed to even attempt it. The obscene height combined with a soft landing on a tabletop green is what separated this shot from everything else that week.
Wyndham Clark hit a towering wood shot to eagle the 16th hole on Saturday, stretching his lead and showcasing the speed and power that Max Homa said few players on tour possess.
Chapter 5 · 1:56:26
Big Cat marvels that 10 years have passed since Kittle was drafted as a relatively unheralded tight end from Iowa, and Kittle remembers only hoping to survive OTAs before finding himself starting Week 1 of his rookie season. He describes how Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers coaching staff discovered his receiving talent through explosive OTA days where he was catching everything thrown his way, then quickly put him on 3rd-down choice routes he'd never run in college. Kittle's career advice: as a rookie, keep your mouth shut and let only your play define you — his offensive coordinator Bobby Turner still tells him he never heard Kittle say a word all his first year. His long-term goal is to retire and coach a Nashville-area high school program built on grit, outside zone, and multi-tight end sets.
Over 92 tight ends signed up for Tight End University 2025 — the most ever — with Tony Gonzalez attending for the first time. The event also features an open stadium with free tickets, Brock Purdy throwing passes, and Dana Beers promising to shotgun 10 beers on stage.
Tight End University 2025 has over 90 tight ends registered — the most in the event's history — with Tony Gonzalez attending for the first time.
George Kittle is 21 weeks out from Achilles surgery and running over 16 miles per hour in cleats on the field. He's doing single-leg box jumps, cutting again — and his trainers keep telling him to simmer down.
George Kittle revealed he hit over 16 miles per hour in cleats on the field just 21 weeks after Achilles surgery, putting him ahead of his recovery schedule.
George Kittle kept his mouth shut his entire first NFL season — learned everything he could — and only let his personality out once he'd proven himself. His coaching: no rookie should be known as the funny guy or the one with the cool car. Be known only for how you play.
George Kittle can't wait to retire and coach a hard-nosed high school football team in Nashville, Tennessee. He wants to run 2 and 3 tight end sets, outside zone, and gap schemes — and instill grit and effort into teenagers. Don't expect the Wing-T.
George Kittle won't give away the trade situation, but he'll tell you this: he watched Brandon Aiyuk running over 22 miles per hour and stopping instantly in early morning practice about 8 months ago. The talent is still there.
George Kittle revealed he watched Brandon Aiyuk run over 22 miles per hour and stop on a dime in practice before Kittle's injury, suggesting Aiyuk still has elite speed.
Chapter 6 · 2:36:20
Three teams draft four deli meats each: Big Cat and the Booth Boys (Memes, Max) take turkey and roast beef; Hank and Zach go salami, prosciutto, mortadella, and Buffalo chicken; solo PFT grabs ham, pastrami, gabagool, and roasted chicken. PFT's most passionate pick is gabagool, tied to the iconic Sopranos scene where Tony somberly packs it from the fridge when leaving his family home. The draft is mostly harmonious until Hank says he can't eat turkey on its own and can eat salami straight — which Big Cat reads as Hank feeling 'invincible' with Zach on his team and calls him out. A brief argument ensues, apologies are issued, and the crew notes that chicken cutlet and Bologna just missed the cut. The episode closes with birthday shoutouts, Zach wishing his dad a happy birthday, and PFT belatedly remembering his nephew before the crew signs off for summer.
The inaugural Mount Rushmore season kicks off with deli meats. Three teams — Big Cat & the Booth Boys, Hank & Zach, and PFT solo — snake-draft their four picks. The selections spark a heated debate about whether turkey is actually edible on its own and whether roast beef deserves a spot.
No indexed bits in this chapter.
Wyndham Clark hit a towering wood shot to eagle the par-5 16th on Saturday at Shinnecock — and Max Homa says almost no one on tour has the clubhead speed to even attempt it. The obscene height combined with a soft landing on a tabletop green is what separated this shot from everything else that week.
In 2006, Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup goal at age 18 years, 11 months, wearing number 19. In 2026, Jamal Musiala scored his first World Cup goal at age 18 years, 11 months, wearing number 19. And Messi once posed with Musiala as a baby in a charity calendar photo shoot.
George Kittle is 21 weeks out from Achilles surgery and running over 16 miles per hour in cleats on the field. He's doing single-leg box jumps, cutting again — and his trainers keep telling him to simmer down.
This episode
Factual claims made this episode, and whether a source was named.
Since 2000, multiple US Open winners include Tiger Woods (3 titles), Bryson DeChambeau (2), Brooks Koepka (2), Retief Goosen (2), and now Wyndham Clark (2).
The USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia at the 2026 World Cup may be the first time the US has ever won two consecutive games at the World Cup.
Jamal Musiala scored his first World Cup goal in 2026 at age 18 years, 11 months, wearing number 19 — exactly mirroring Lionel Messi's first World Cup goal in 2006 at the same age wearing the same number.
Pete Crow-Armstrong had the most hits, doubles, triples, home runs, and steals in any 18-game span in modern MLB history — a one-in-five-million occurrence.
Wyndham Clark's caddie said 'good process there' before and after every shot at the US Open, which Max Homa attributed to a directive from the caddie, Wyndham, or his sports psychologist.
Joaquin Niemann received a two-stroke penalty for a reckless club throw at the US Open, costing him a potential tie for third place — and no video evidence of the throw exists.
Morgan and Morgan has recovered over $30 billion for over 500,000 clients and operates with more than 1,000 lawyers across over 100 offices nationwide.
George Kittle is running over 16 miles per hour in cleats on the field 21 weeks after Achilles surgery, slightly ahead of his recovery schedule.
Tight End University 2025 has over 92 tight ends registered — the most in the event's history — with Tony Gonzalez attending for the first time.
George Kittle saw Brandon Aiyuk running over 22 miles per hour and stopping on a dime in early morning practice approximately 8 months before the interview.
Keith Mitchell is the only player in US Open history to shoot 70-70-70-70 across all four rounds.
Kevin Durant said when he joined the Warriors in 2016, he saw them as an underdog franchise because the Warriors had never been a perennial winner in NBA history.
The Chicago Hounds rugby team won Major League Rugby with an undefeated season — the first undefeated season in the league's approximately 4-year history.
The 49ers and NFL sent scientists to test the substation near the 49ers' practice facility and concluded that electromagnetic levels are at a safe, normal amount that will not affect players.
If you expand Pete Crow-Armstrong's 18-game statistical pace to a full season, his OPS would still be lower than Barry Bonds' 2004 OPS.
This episode
Two-time US Open champion who won at Shinnecock Hills while being openly booed by the crowd; the central figure of the episode's golf discussion.
San Francisco 49ers tight end who joined the show to discuss Tight End University, his Achilles rehab, and the Brandon Aiyuk situation.
PGA Tour professional who joined Pardon My Take as an in-studio guest to break down the US Open and discuss Wyndham Clark.
World number one golfer who was the crowd favorite at the US Open and had a chance at a career Grand Slam on his birthday.
Annual off-season football camp for NFL tight ends co-founded by George Kittle, Travis Kelce, and Greg Olsen; the 2025 edition has 92 participants.
LIV Golf player who received a controversial two-stroke penalty for a reckless club throw at the US Open with no video evidence surfacing.
NBA star whose viral interview claiming he saw the Warriors as a 'loser franchise' when he signed with them in 2016 was discussed as an audacious spin zone.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver whose trade situation was discussed; George Kittle confirmed seeing him run 22+ mph in practice about 8 months prior.
German soccer star who scored his first World Cup goal at age 18 years 11 months wearing #19, precisely mirroring Lionel Messi's first World Cup goal stats.
Argentine soccer legend whose early World Cup statistics perfectly match Jamal Musiala's; a childhood photo of Messi holding baby Musiala went viral.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback who was convinced by George Kittle to attend Tight End University 2025 to throw passes for the tight ends.
NFL quarterback who won the Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks; previously attended Tight End University when his career was at a crossroads.
Hall of Fame tight end who is attending Tight End University for the first time in 2025 as a special guest.
US Men's National Soccer Team competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil; beat Australia 2-0 in their second group stage match.
NFL franchise that George Kittle plays for; discussed in the context of the Brandon Aiyuk trade situation and substation controversy.
NBA franchise whose championship parade Memes attended; the parade drew an estimated 4 million people to New York City.
NBA franchise that Kevin Durant joined in 2016; Durant controversially claimed he saw them as a historically losing franchise at the time.
Governing body of the US Open; criticized for the fog delay on Thursday that created uneven playing conditions.
Site of the 2025 US Open Championship, known for its links-style layout and challenging conditions.
Storied golf club where Wyndham Clark infamously damaged locker room lockers after a poor round, becoming a major source of fan hostility toward him.
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