Mike Tirico recounts witnessing Bryson DeChambeau's penalty at Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:19 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Mike Tirico shared his firsthand experience of witnessing Bryson DeChambeau's controversial penalty during last month's Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. Tirico, who served as a spotter for NBC, observed DeChambeau improve his lie near the 5th hole, leading to a two-shot penalty. After noting the situation while tracking balls, Tirico later learned that R&A officials were reviewing the incident after he had walked near the area. He humorously reflected on the close call without impacting the lie, marking a memorable moment in his broadcasting career.
- •Tirico was serving as a spotter for NBC at the Open Championship.
- •Bryson DeChambeau received a two-shot penalty after improving his lie.
- •The penalty occurred at the 5th hole at Royal Birkdale.
- •Tirico initially walked near where DeChambeau's ball was located.
- •Tirico's experience adds to the narrative of the tournament's highlights.
- 12:19 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Tirico's hilarious eyewitness account of Bryson DeChambeau penalty
"Mike Tirico was among the small group of people who saw Bryson DeChambeau's penalty from up close.
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