Wyndham Clark explains how Rory McIlroy really confused him during day two of the BMW Championship

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Wyndham Clark is currently tied for tenth at the BMW Championship after carding a four-under 68 on day two at Castle Pines Golf Club.

The 2023 US Open champion dropped just one shot during his second 18 to continue his good recent form. The American has finished in the top ten in his last three PGA Tour events and appears to be peaking at precisely the right time.

Fans have criticised Clark this season after he struggled in the four major championships. However, the 30-year-old’s recent displays have certainly answered his doubters.

But, when discussing his second round at the BMW Championship, Clark has admitted he was a little confused by what his playing partner, Rory McIlroy, did on the 16th hole.

Wyndham Clark delighted at what he did on the 16th at Castle Pines

Whilst on the 229-yard par-three 16th, Clark claimed he was a little confused after watching McIlroy’s seven iron come up short.

“Rory just confused us because we thought it was 7-iron all day, and then Rory hit 7-iron and barely covered. So then we were questioning it,” Clark said. “Then the wind quickly switched. So we thought of going to the 6-iron. Then I just felt like it was too tough to fit a 6-iron back there, and then the wind went back to the predominant southwest wind, and then John and I just said, just hit it hard, and it should be good.”

After opting to hit a seven, Clark stiffed his approach for a tap in birdie.

“I didn’t think it was going to get that far,” he added. “Then to walk up there and have it be only six inches was a nice delight.”

Wyndham Clark looking for another strong PGA Tour finish

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Clark will be looking for another strong finish at Castle Pines this weekend. The American has often started slowly in the second half of the season but has continually bounced back well in recent weeks.

The 30-year-old is well-placed in the FedEx Cup top 50 and could be an outside shot to make a late charge for golf’s most lucrative prize.

The PGA Tour finale is all about timing, and the Denver native appears to be timing his sprint at precisely the right moment.

After what has been a difficult campaign, particularly in the majors, ending 2024 with a FedEx Cup title would provide a brighter outlook for Clark as the off-season begins.