Bryson DeChambeau Seeks to End Major Skid at British Open
Despite a strong season on the LIV Golf circuit, Bryson DeChambeau arrives at the British Open aiming to reverse a challenging trend in major championships this year.
Bryson DeChambeau enters the British Open facing a critical test in his 2026 major championship campaign. After securing his second U.S. Open title in 2024, DeChambeau has struggled in this year's majors, missing the cut at the Masters, PGA Championship, and U.S. Open. This contrasts with his performance on the LIV Golf tour, where he has recorded two victories and three third-place finishes.
The British Open at Birkdale offers DeChambeau an opportunity to avoid an 'oh-fer' in majors for 2026. His history at the Open includes a 10th-place finish last year, despite an opening round of 78. Prior to that, he tied for fifth at the 2025 Masters and secured a tie for second at the PGA Championship. DeChambeau is currently listed at +210 (Bovada) to contend in this week's event.
DeChambeau's approach to links golf has drawn commentary. Former Open winner Nick Faldo, speaking to Sky Sports, criticized DeChambeau's strategy, stating he "has zero clue of strategy." Faldo specifically referenced DeChambeau's past comments about "attacking the links," suggesting a more nuanced approach of 'threading' the course is required.
While DeChambeau has not commented publicly on his recent major form, his performance at Birkdale will be closely watched. A strong showing would not only break his 2026 major slump but also demonstrate his adaptability to the unique challenges of links golf.
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FAQ
- How has Bryson DeChambeau performed in majors in 2026?
- Bryson DeChambeau has missed the cut at all three major championships he has played in 2026: the Masters, the PGA Championship, and the U.S. Open.
- What is Bryson DeChambeau's recent form on LIV Golf?
- On the LIV Golf circuit, Bryson DeChambeau has had a successful season, securing two victories and three third-place finishes.
- What has Nick Faldo said about Bryson DeChambeau's links golf strategy?
- Nick Faldo has criticized Bryson DeChambeau's approach to links golf, suggesting he lacks strategic understanding and that links courses should be 'threaded' rather than 'attacked'.