Bryson DeChambeau addresses rules controversy at the Open Championship

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Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Bryson DeChambeau addresses rules controversy at the Open Championship
Summary

Bryson DeChambeau is expected to play the Open Championship's third round after a controversial ruling on Friday at Royal Birkdale. DeChambeau was penalized two strokes for allegedly improving the area around his ball, resulting in a change from a bogey to a triple-bogey and dropping him to a tie for fifth place. While he expressed disappointment over the ruling on social media, his agent confirmed that DeChambeau was undecided about continuing in the tournament and would announce his decision Saturday morning. The R&A clarified that the penalty applied even if the improvement was unintentional.

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  • DeChambeau penalized two strokes for rule violation at Royal Birkdale.
  • His score changed from bogey 5 to triple-bogey 7 on Friday.
  • He dropped from second place to a tie for fifth, three strokes back.
  • Decision to play third round is pending and will be announced Saturday.
  • Agent confirms DeChambeau's uncertainty about continuing in the tournament.
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