Bryson DeChambeau once proposed walk speed as a factor for slow play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Bryson DeChambeau previously argued that professional golf governing bodies should incorporate walking speed into pace of play assessments. Speaking in 2019, the two-time US Open champion suggested that players who walk faster between shots compensate for extra time spent preparing at the ball. He contended that his methodical approach to shot calculations remained within reasonable limits when factoring in total round duration. This stance emerged during a period of significant scrutiny regarding his pace of play on the PGA Tour. The issue contributed to public friction between Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka, as critics questioned the time taken for individual shot execution. Bryson DeChambeau has since maintained that his focus on precision requires a deliberate approach to his pre-shot routine.
- •Bryson DeChambeau claimed walking speed offsets time spent over the ball.
- •The 2019 comments were made in response to criticism regarding his pace of play.
- •Concerns over shot preparation time fueled public animosity between Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka.
- •Bryson DeChambeau stated he prioritizes precision over a rapid pre-shot routine.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — How Bryson DeChambeau once suggested golf should solve slow play in the professional game
"Bryson DeChambeau once called on the governing bodies to factor in how quickly players walk to their golf ball when assessing slow play, as he insisted that the criticism he gets is not fair. DeChambeau has divided opinion throughout his career.
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