Bryson DeChambeau engages media differently at The Open Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
During round one of The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, Bryson DeChambeau finished with a three-under 67, placing him T4 on the leaderboard. His media interactions drew attention for resembling Tiger Woods' past approach, as DeChambeau declined extensive press engagement, instead opting for an interview with pre-approved questions. He expressed enthusiasm about playing alongside Scottie Scheffler and Tyrrell Hatton in the upcoming rounds. DeChambeau's previous performances in major championships this year had resulted in missed cuts, raising the stakes for this tournament as he aims to secure a better outcome.
- •DeChambeau shot a three-under 67 in round one.
- •He is T4 on the leaderboard heading into round two.
- •He declined media interviews, mirroring Tiger Woods' past behavior.
- •DeChambeau praised his playing partners Scheffler and Hatton.
- •He intends to improve on earlier missed cuts this season.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — How Tiger Woods helped set the precedent for Bryson DeChambeau’s behaviour at The Open this year
"Bryson DeChambeau continues to attract attention for his behaviour off the course as well as on it after round one of The Open Championship. DeChambeau has made a very strong start to the tournament, with his three-under 67 placing him T4 in the leaderboard heading into round two.
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