The growing number of vacant seats at the U.S. Open became increasingly difficult to ignore throughout Saturday at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.
Social media was flooded with observations from casual viewers and seasoned golf journalists alike, all noting the sparse attendance. The thinning crowds were evident both on television broadcasts and for those present on a warm Saturday on Long Island.
As Wyndham Clark wrapped up his round, Sky Sports commentator Wayne Riley also weighed in on the situation. “I hate to be a party pooper but everyone has gone home,” he remarked. “Very strange for a U.S. Open. Not a lot of people still here.”
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However, there is an explanation…