Bryson DeChambeau's penalty shifts momentum at The Open Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Bryson DeChambeau's performance at the 2026 Open Championship is generating significant attention due to a controversial two-stroke penalty during his round at Royal Birkdale. After finishing the day at -7, just one stroke behind the leader Lucas Herbert, DeChambeau found himself in a debate with R&A officials regarding a penalty for trampled grass while searching for a way out of a difficult lie. The incident has made him the focal point of discussions surrounding the tournament as fans wonder if he will continue playing. DeChambeau remained tight-lipped about his plans for Saturday, further adding to the intrigue.
- •DeChambeau finished the round at -7, one stroke behind the leader.
- •He received a two-stroke penalty for trampled grass during play.
- •The incident occurred on the fifth hole at Royal Birkdale.
- •DeChambeau debated the penalty with R&A officials.
- •His participation on Saturday remains uncertain.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — The Open Championship: Bryson DeChambeau is golf's main character ... again
"Golf has spent untold billable hours paying consultants to come up with compelling storylines, and then DeChambeau just cannonballs in and claims all the eyeballs for himself.
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