With new swing coach, Wyndham Clark turning corner with eyes on ...
NASSAU, The Bahamas – A smiling Wyndham Clark was a rare sight for much of 2025. Little went right for the former U.S. Open champion as his ball-striking deteri
www.pgatour.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting:
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A notable update from early 2026 reports indicates Wyndham Clark split with his long-time caddie, John Ellis, after a decade together. The change came as Clark’s performance had cooled relative to his peak years, with Ellis passing the bag to Dave Pelekoudas for the near term. This marks a significant personnel shift as Clark looks to regain form heading into major events.[3][4][9]
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Clark’s team adjustments have followed a broader pattern of personnel changes around him, including discussions of new swing-coach involvement and attempts to re-energize his game. Publicly, Clark has been described as aiming to rebound from a slump and reclaim a presence at the top of the tour, with managers emphasizing the importance of new voices and routines in his camp.[2][6]
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For context, Clark won the U.S. Open in 2023 and has since faced a period of inconsistent results; the caddie change is part of ongoing efforts to support a resurgence, particularly ahead of major championships where the partnership between player and caddie can influence on-course strategy and momentum.[4][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most up-to-date, location-specific coverage (e.g., Marseille-area outlets or French sports news) and summarize any new quotes or developments in the next update.