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Bryson DeChambeau faces criticism following dramatic Open Championship week

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Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Bryson DeChambeau faces criticism following dramatic Open Championship week

Summary

At The Open Championship, Bryson DeChambeau attracted attention for his controversial behavior during the tournament. Following a two-shot penalty for improving his ball's lie, DeChambeau threatened to withdraw and claimed he would contact President Trump over the incident. Amidst the drama, Wayne Riley stated that DeChambeau must change his attitude if he hopes to return to the PGA Tour. DeChambeau's performance this season has drawn scrutiny, missing cuts in major tournaments. His future remains uncertain as LIV Golf's viability is questioned, and DeChambeau's contract expires at the end of the current season.

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By the Numbers

•DeChambeau received a two-shot penalty at The Open for improving his ball's lie.
•Riley stated DeChambeau needs to change his attitude for a PGA Tour return.
•DeChambeau threatened to withdraw from the tournament over the penalty.
•He has missed the cut in all three majors this season.
•His contract with LIV Golf ends at the season's conclusion.

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7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bryson DeChambeau told what he must now do if he ever wants to come back to the PGA Tour

What they're saying

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Wayne Riley has insisted that Bryson DeChambeau has to change his attitude if he ever wants to be accepted back onto the PGA Tour following a dramatic week for the LIV Golf star at The Open Championship. Ryan Fox’s victory at Royal Birkdale was a universally popular conclusion to a brilliant championship.
— Yahoo Sports

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