Bryson DeChambeau faces two-stroke penalty during The Open Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Bryson DeChambeau received a two-stroke penalty during The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale after allegedly improving his lie at No. 5. His actions reportedly caused delays for other players and drew significant attention, overshadowing Ryan Fox's victory. DeChambeau, who finished tied for 14th at -4, attempted to involve President Donald Trump in contesting the ruling but was denied. Rory McIlroy criticized DeChambeau's handling of the situation, while Scottie Scheffler defended him, suggesting stricter enforcement of rules is needed.
- •Bryson DeChambeau penalized two strokes during The Open Championship.
- •Penalty stems from actions at No. 5, violating Rule 8.1.
- •DeChambeau finished tied for 14th at 276 (-4).
- •McIlroy criticized DeChambeau for delaying the tournament.
- •Scheffler defended DeChambeau, calling him not a cheater.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — What’s the deal with Bryson DeChambeau? The Open Championship controversy explained
"Bryson DeChambeau has been sensationally handed a two-shot penalty after being involved in a controversial rules breach during his second round at The Open.
"DeChambeau was given a two-stroke penalty, which he reportedly tried to get Trump to overturn.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 7:00 PMWhat’s the deal with Bryson DeChambeau? The Open Championship controversy explained
DeChambeau was given a two-stroke penalty, which he reportedly tried to get Trump to overturn.
- Sky Sports—DeChambeau handed dramatic penalty in controversial Open ruling
Bryson DeChambeau has been sensationally handed a two-shot penalty after being involved in a controversial rules breach during his second round at The Open.
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