Bryson DeChambeau earns 67 in first round of The Open at Royal Birkdale
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Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Bryson DeChambeau shot an opening-round 67 at The 154th Open Championship on July 16, 2026, at Royal Birkdale. This score followed criticism from Sir Nick Faldo regarding DeChambeau's strategy for links golf. Despite the pressure, DeChambeau made five birdies and two bogeys, positioning himself competitively as he seeks to avoid missing all four major cuts this year. He commented on the challenging playing conditions and expressed satisfaction with his performance, emphasizing the need for strategic play moving forward.
- •DeChambeau's round included five birdies and two bogeys.
- •He responded to Faldo's criticism regarding strategy.
- •This is DeChambeau's best start in nine Open appearances.
- •He currently seeks to avoid missing cuts in all four majors this year.
- •The Open Championship is ongoing at Royal Birkdale.
"Bryson DeChambeau has hit back at claims he has "zero clue of strategy" by making an impressive start to The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale.
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