PGA Tour star Wyndham Clark is no stranger to the spotlight, but this week at TPC Sawgrass, the 2023 US Open champion found himself at the center of a viral sports moment that had fans and media personalities buzzing. Clark appeared on the Up and Adams show, hosted by NFL media mainstay Kay Adams, just a day before The Players Championship teed off in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The interview, intended to serve up insights on golf equipment and tournament prep, quickly veered into unexpected—and hilarious—territory, thanks to Clark’s quick wit and a bold analogy that left Adams and viewers alike stunned.
On March 11, 2026, Adams brought her popular Up and Adams show to the heart of PGA Tour action, broadcasting live from the grounds of TPC Sawgrass. Known for her deep connections to the NFL world, Adams has carved out a niche as a charismatic sports host, first earning national attention as the original host of Good Morning Football on NFL Network from 2016 to 2022. Her latest venture, Up and Adams, airs daily on FanDuel TV, YouTube, and Max, and regularly features interviews with top athletes from around the sports world. This week, her focus shifted from the gridiron to the greens, as she covered one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Tour calendar.
Clark, currently ranked number 5 in the world, joined Adams on set just ahead of The Players Championship’s opening round. The 2023 US Open winner and three-time PGA Tour victor has been making headlines not just for his play but for his approach to equipment. Clark has changed his driver four times already in 2026 and is currently an equipment free agent—a rare status that allows him to play with any brand he chooses. As Adams pressed him on his frequent club changes, Clark delivered a quip that would set social media on fire.
“Sometimes it’s nice to have a week-long girlfriend, you know? I’m just kidding,” Clark joked, referencing his ongoing search for the perfect driver. Adams, visibly caught off guard, laughed and buried her head in her hands, exclaiming, “Wyndham, are you kidding?!” The moment didn’t end there. Clark quickly clarified, “Yeah, I’m kidding, I just haven’t found the right one, and when you find the right one, you lock it down.” The analogy, comparing the quest for the right golf club to dating, had Adams and her audience in stitches. She kept the banter going, quipping, “You’ve really been swiping left and right on them!” Clark, not missing a beat, replied, “We’re still talking about drivers, right?”
The exchange quickly went viral, with sports fans and social media users weighing in on what many interpreted as Clark “shooting his shot” with the popular NFL host. One fan wrote, “Wyndham taking a shot here is wilddd,” while another joked, “What was this? Love Island at TPC Sawgrass?” The reactions ranged from amused to bewildered, with some calling the interview clip “painful to watch” and others simply marveling at the unpredictability of live sports television.
Beneath the playful banter, there’s a serious side to Clark’s equipment journey. After switching drivers multiple times in 2026, Clark has settled—at least for this week—on a TaylorMade Qi10 driver, giving a nod to his fitter Adrian for helping him dial in the perfect setup. “I’m on a TaylorMade right now,” Clark explained during the interview. “I’m going to give a shoutout to Adrian, the fitter for TaylorMade. He did an amazing job. We did a little shaft change and everything is dialed in right now. I’m a free agent and sometimes it’s nice to spice things up [and switch drivers]. The honeymoon stage can be really nice.”
Clark’s status as an equipment free agent is unique among elite golfers. Without a binding contract, he can test and switch between brands at will, searching for the perfect fit to match his ever-evolving game. “I haven’t found the right one yet. When I do, I’ll lock it down,” he told Adams, reinforcing the theme of his now-famous analogy. For Clark, the constant search for improvement is part of what’s propelled him to the top of the sport. In 2026 alone, he’s already captured the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am title and finished second at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, pocketing $2.2 million for his runner-up performance.
Now, with The Players Championship underway, Clark is eyeing the $4.5 million top prize at the PGA Tour’s flagship event—a tournament boasting a staggering $25 million purse. The Players is renowned for its deep field and pressure-packed environment, with the iconic island green at the 17th hole providing drama year after year. Clark’s recent form and equipment choices will be under the microscope as he competes against the world’s best at TPC Sawgrass.
Kay Adams, meanwhile, continues to expand her presence in the sports media landscape. After six years as the face of Good Morning Football, she’s brought her signature style to Up and Adams, building a loyal following across platforms. Adams’ career has spanned everything from hosting Fantasy Zone on DirecTV and Fantasy Football Live on NBC Sports Network to covering major events like the NFL Honors red carpet and even joining DAZN’s boxing team in 2018. She started out as an in-game host for the St. Louis Cardinals and studied at the University of Missouri, working her way up through radio and blogging before becoming a household name in sports media.
The viral moment between Clark and Adams is just the latest example of how sports interviews can take on a life of their own, especially in the social media age. Fans are always eager to see their favorite athletes and media personalities let their guard down, and this week’s exchange delivered just that. For Clark, the challenge now is to channel that same energy and focus into his game as The Players Championship unfolds. With his TaylorMade Qi10 driver in the bag and a fresh wave of attention following his headline-making interview, all eyes are on the world number five as he chases another marquee victory.
As The Players Championship continues at TPC Sawgrass, Wyndham Clark’s lighthearted moment with Kay Adams remains the talk of the sports world. Whether his new driver—and his new viral fame—will help propel him to the winner’s circle is anyone’s guess. One thing’s for sure: golf fans and media alike will be watching every swing, every shot, and, yes, every interview, as the tournament drama builds.