Scottie Scheffler hints at comments on DeChambeau's penalty at The Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 7:24 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked golfer, has drawn attention for his comments regarding Bryson DeChambeau's two-stroke penalty at The Open Championship. After being paired with DeChambeau in the opening rounds, Scheffler was asked about the penalty assessed for improving the condition of his stroke. He expressed reluctance to comment during the ongoing tournament, stating he had much to say but prioritized his play. This situation arises amid ongoing discussions about the ruling and DeChambeau's reaction. Scheffler may address the issue after the championship concludes, further fueling speculation in the golf community.
- •Scheffler has a conditional stance on discussing DeChambeau's situation.
- •DeChambeau received a two-stroke penalty for altering the course.
- •Scheffler focuses on his performance at The Open Championship.
- •The ruling has sparked significant debate among players and analysts.
- •Scheffler may clarify his thoughts after the tournament finishes.
- 8:54 PMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler weighs in on Bryson DeChambeau penalty debate at The Open
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- 7:24 AMYahoo Sports — Scottie Scheffler’s Mysterious Bryson DeChambeau Comments Spark Open Championship Speculation
"World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler rarely inserts himself into controversy. That’s exactly why his latest comments about Bryson DeChambeau’s two-stroke penalty at The Open Championship immediately caught the attention of the golf world. Scheffler was paired with DeChambeau during the first two rounds and was asked Saturday whether he had any reaction to the incident […] The post Scottie Scheffler’s Mysterious Bryson DeChambeau Comments Spark Open Championship Speculation appeared first on HEAVY.
"While Scottie Scheffler did not reveal a great deal about what he thought of the penalty Bryson DeChambeau received when asked about the situation on Saturday at The Open Championship, his comments still told a story. Scheffler was among the players asked about the incident involving DeChambeau during the second round.
"Scottie Scheffler shared his thoughts on Bryson DeChambeau's two-stroke penalty at The Open. Here's what the world No. 1 had to say.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 8:54 PMScottie Scheffler weighs in on Bryson DeChambeau penalty debate at The Open
Scottie Scheffler shared his thoughts on Bryson DeChambeau's two-stroke penalty at The Open. Here's what the world No. 1 had to say.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 9:30 AMWhy his friendship with Sam Burns may explain Scottie Scheffler’s frustration over Bryson DeChambeau penalty
While Scottie Scheffler did not reveal a great deal about what he thought of the penalty Bryson DeChambeau received when asked about the situation on Saturday at The Open Championship, his comments still told a story. Scheffler was among the players asked about the incident involving DeChambeau during the second round.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 7:24 AMScottie Scheffler’s Mysterious Bryson DeChambeau Comments Spark Open Championship Speculation
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler rarely inserts himself into controversy. That’s exactly why his latest comments about Bryson DeChambeau’s two-stroke penalty at The Open Championship immediately caught the attention of the golf world. Scheffler was paired with DeChambeau during the first two rounds and was asked Saturday whether he had any reaction to the incident […] The post Scottie Scheffler’s Mysterious Bryson DeChambeau Comments Spark Open Championship Speculation appeared first on HEAVY.
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