Bryson DeChambeau faces doubts ahead of US Open at Shinnecock Hills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Bryson DeChambeau heads into the US Open at Shinnecock Hills amid concerns about his iron game, according to golfer Smylie Kaufman. Although DeChambeau is among the favorites despite recent struggles, Kaufman expressed skepticism about his suitability for the course, particularly given previous challenges with approach shots. DeChambeau finished tied for 25th in the last US Open held at Shinnecock in 2018, having lost strokes around the greens. After winning twice on LIV Golf earlier this season, his recent major performances raise questions about his form ahead of this tournament.
- •DeChambeau is a favorite for the US Open at Shinnecock Hills.
- •Concerns arise about his iron game and consistency at majors.
- •He missed the cut at The Masters and PGA Championship.
- •DeChambeau finished tied for 25th in the 2018 US Open at Shinnecock.
- •Smylie Kaufman doubts DeChambeau’s ability to contend given recent form.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bryson DeChambeau claimed to have a weakness which could ruin his chances at the US Open this week
"Smylie Kaufman believes that Bryson DeChambeau’s iron game may be what stops him contending to win a third US Open title at Shinnecock Hills this week. DeChambeau is one of the favourites to win the third major of the year, despite missing the cut at both The Masters and the PGA Championship.
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