Wyndham Clark Debuts New Girlfriend Emily Tanner at Masters Par 3 Contest
Former US Open champion Wyndham Clark commenced Masters week with a notable personal announcement, publicly introducing his new girlfriend, fitness influencer Emily Tanner. The couple made their debut appearance together during the traditional Par 3 contest at Augusta National on Wednesday, capturing attention across the golfing world.
A Public Debut at Augusta
The 32-year-old golfer was accompanied by Tanner, aged 31, who served as his caddie for the lighthearted event. She donned the iconic white Masters overalls, standing alongside Clark as they participated in the pre-tournament festivities. Clark clearly enjoyed having Tanner by his side, later sharing a photograph of the pair on his social media accounts with the caption: 'Par 3 with my good luck charm.'
This public revelation was met with enthusiastic responses from within the golf community. Model and golf WAG Jena Sims, who is married to fellow professional Brooks Koepka, commented: 'Hard Launch!!' NFL agent Jacquelyn Dahl added: 'Historic hard launch!' alongside applauding emojis, highlighting the significance of this relationship announcement during one of golf's most prestigious weeks.
Transition from Previous Relationship
Prior to his relationship with Tanner, Clark had been in a long-term partnership with Alicia Bogdanski. The couple had been dating since late 2021 after meeting through mutual friends. Bogdanski even featured prominently in the popular Netflix documentary series 'Full Swing' during its third season, where she discussed her supportive role in Clark's career.
In a 2023 interview with Golf Digest, Bogdanski explained her approach to supporting Clark's professional journey: 'If I see him overthinking something, I try to pull him back down, get him grounded and make him see things in perspective.' The exact timing of their separation remains unclear, but Bogdanski had previously spoken extensively about being a stabilizing influence during Clark's career ups and downs.
Controversial Incidents in Clark's Career
Clark's career has included notable controversies alongside his athletic achievements. Two years following his Major championship victory at the US Open, the golfer faced disciplinary action at Oakmont Country Club, which is scheduled to host the 2025 US Open. After missing the cut at a tournament, Clark reportedly smashed a locker in the clubhouse, resulting in a ban from the prestigious venue.
Oakmont Country Club president John Lynch outlined conditions for lifting the ban in a letter following the incident. These requirements included payment for damages, a charitable donation, and completion of an anger management course. Clark addressed the situation the following week, stating: 'I've had a lot of highs and lows in my career, especially this year some lows. I made a mistake that I deeply regret. I'm very sorry for what happened. But I'd also like to move on, not only for myself but for Oakmont, for the USGA, and kind of focus on the rest of the year and things that come up.'
That same summer, Clark was involved in another incident where he damaged a T-Mobile sign at Quail Hollow, the host venue for the 2025 PGA Championship. These episodes have marked challenging moments in what has otherwise been a successful professional golf career highlighted by Major championship glory.
As Clark begins his Masters campaign with new partner Emily Tanner by his side, the golf world watches to see if this personal development translates to success on the course at Augusta National. Tanner, who boasts a substantial Instagram following, is now poised to become a recognizable figure within golf circles following her very public debut during one of the sport's most celebrated weeks.
