Bryson DeChambeau missed his third straight cut in a major championship at the US Open. He finished the tournament at five-over par, one stroke off from a weekend appearance.
What happened?
DeChambeau had a great start to the tournament, shooting an even-par 70 in the first round. However, a second round 75 sent him outside the four-over cut line.
Why it matters for Bryson DeChambeau
DeChambeau remains one of the best drivers in the world, but the rest of his game still carries significant flaws. He ranks in the 76th percentile on approach, but he is only average from wedge shots between 50-150 yards.
DeChambeau's short game also leaves a lot to be desired right now. He ranks in the 74th percentile in putting, but he ranks in the 37th percentile around the greens.
What comes next?
DeChambeau lost -1.99 strokes on approach during the US Open at Shinnecock Hills despite gaining +1.83 strokes off the tee. He explained how he lost his swing entering Friday's round.
DeChambeau forced himself to rely on the putter as he continued to try to overpower the golf course. However, this has been his game plan for several major championships now.
At the end of a video, someone asked DeChambeau if YouTube and LIV Golf are ruining his game. He responded that he has been working harder on his game this past year than in the last three to four years.
DeChambeau will have to make significant decisions about his commitment to winning major championships if LIV Golf folds. He will have to decide if he wants to go back to the PGA Tour following the conclusion of LIV.
DeChambeau shot a 58 on Sunday to win the LIV Golf tournament in 2023 at Greenbrier. As he increases his involvement in opportunities away from professional golf, questions about his passion for professional golf will continue.
On Friday, DeChambeau released a video where he breaks down shot by shot why he missed the cut at Shinnecock Hills. He hit his approaches into several bunkers and struggled to get up and down.
DeChambeau's distance and spin control with his wedges were poor throughout the week. Until he can clean up his approach play and short game, people should temper their expectations for the two-time US Open champion.
DeChambeau finished his tournament at five-over par, one stroke off from a weekend appearance. He missed his third straight cut in a major championship at the US Open.
The questions about DeChambeau's passion for professional golf will continue as he increases his involvement in opportunities away from professional golf. He will have to make significant decisions about his commitment to winning major championships if LIV Golf folds.