DeChambeau’s U.S. Open win captivates sports world | LIV Golf

LONDON, NEW YORK, West Palm Beach, Fla. – LIV Golf League star Bryson DeChambeau claimed a 1 stroke victory at the 124th U.S. Open Championship at historic Pinehurst Resort & Country Club’s Course No. 2. DeChambeau, captain of Crushers GC, showcased his exceptional skill and strategic play all weekend, finishing with a 72-hole total of 6-under 274 to secure his first major win since his 2020 U.S. Open Championship triumph at Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, New York.

DeChambeau becomes the first LIV Golf League player to raise the U.S. Open Championship Trophy since joining the league and the second LIV Golf League player to win a major after Brooks Koepka’s victory at last year’s PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York. DeChambeau is now one of seven LIV Golf players who have won multiple major championships, joining Phil Mickelson (6), Koepka (5), Dustin Johnson (2), Martin Kaymer (2), Jon Rahm (2) and Bubba Watson (2). More than a quarter (14) of the league’s global field are major champions, with 28 major victories amongst them. Six players on the LIV Golf League have won a U.S. Open Championship.

“I am incredibly grateful and honored to win my second U.S. Open Championship at such an iconic venue,” said DeChambeau, captain of Crushers GC. “Pinehurst has a rich history in the golfing world, and to have my name etched in its legacy is truly humbling. This win is not just for me, but for everyone who has continued to believe in me along the way.”

The golf world reacted swiftly with fellow players and members of the media marking the significance of DeChambeau’s accomplishment:

• “It was pure entertainment Sunday at Pinehurst No. 2, so it was only appropriate that the greatest showman in golf ultimately prevailed.” – CBS Sports

• “Golf has a new hero.” – Yahoo Sports

• “This win was as loud as perhaps any in U.S. Open history.” – New York Post

• “U.S. Open 2024: Bryson DeChambeau is golf’s most exciting man and new people’s champ” – Golf Digest

• “He just has a clutch gene. Some people just have it…. this guy absolutely owns the moment. What’s more fun to watch than that?” – NBC Sports Analyst Brandel Chamblee

• “Welcome to the club 2x @usopengolf champ @b_dechambeau” – Brooks Koepka

• “…Congrats on a great win @b_dechambeau. No one works harder, deserves it more and is more fun to watch.” – Phil Mickelson

• “Bryson DeChambeau has transformed his image, his game, and his standing in the sport. He made a lot of fans the last two months, including me.” – ESPN Host Mike Greenberg

• Bryson DeChambeau wins U.S. Open, beating Rory McIlroy on a wild Sunday – The New York Times / The Athletic

• “The 18th hole at Pinehurst No. 2 on Sunday turned LIV Golf League captain Bryson DeChambeau into a U.S. Open champion again.” – ESPN

“Bryson’s passion for the game and drive for success is unparalleled,” said Greg Norman, LIV Golf Commissioner and CEO. “His determination to consistently perform at the highest level is evident in every aspect of his game, including his tenacious work ethic. Time and time again, he continues to demonstrate an unyielding will to win, rising to the challenge when it matters most. He is truly one of golf’s superstars who is connecting with fans around the globe – and now he is a two-time U.S. Open Champion. Congratulations, Bryson! This victory was a joy to watch.”

DeChambeau finished second at the PGA Championship last month at Valhalla Golf Club and tied sixth at the 2024 Masters. Additionally, he has won two LIV Golf individual titles to date, highlighted by a record-tying 58 on the final day at LIV Golf Greenbrier last August. A few weeks later, DeChambeau earned a victory at LIV Golf Chicago. At the season-ending Team Championship, DeChambeau helped the Crushers secure the 2023 Team Championship title with teammates Paul Casey, Charles Howell III and Anirban Lahiri. The team currently sits first in the 2024 team standings, having earned victories at LIV Golf Jeddah and LIV Golf Hong Kong.

With the 2024 U.S. Open Championship concluded, DeChambeau will now join 53 other world-class players at LIV Golf Nashville, teeing off June 21-23 at The Grove. LIV Golf Nashville will mark the League’s ninth event of 2024 and first-ever in Nashville. For tickets and more information, visit LIVGolf.com.

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