Bryson DeChambeau, the defending U.S. Open champion, spoke with Golf Channel ahead of this week’s tournament at Oakmont. The 29-year-old golfer discussed several key topics, including his contract with LIV Golf, new equipment for the event, and the future of team golf.
LIV Golf Contract Negotiations
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DeChambeau’s LIV Golf contract is set to expire next year.
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He expressed optimism about negotiating an end-of-year deal with the Saudi-backed tour, stating:
"We’re looking to negotiate an end-of-year deal. I’m very excited."
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He believes both parties see value in each other and are working towards a resolution.
The Future of Team Golf
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DeChambeau highlighted the potential for team golf to grow as a commercial option:
"They see the value in me. I see the value in what they can provide, and I believe we’ll come to some sort of resolution on that."
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He emphasized that there is a viable commercial option for team golf.
New Equipment for the Tournament
- DeChambeau will be using new irons during this week’s tournament after experiencing issues with hooking irons at Quail Hollow.
- He noted that the new clubs might help him during competition.
- Callaway is still developing these clubs, with an expected release later this summer or early fall.
Insights on Team Play Format
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DeChambeau discussed potential changes regarding team play format:
"If you look around, you have people like myself who are playing for teams."
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He mentioned that the progressive scorecard movement might impact team scores, making them more competitive against individual players.
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He acknowledged the uncertainty among players about whether to participate in team or individual formats:
"It depends more on them than anything else."
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He cautioned against rushing to conclusions about team formats:
"If you start making it into a big deal, it could potentially kill the concept because people would say ‘Hey, this is just another version of tennis.’"
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He concluded with a call for patience:
"Let’s give it time before we make that decision because we are simply trying to survive here. And I don’t mean just surviving but thriving in this new world order of golf."
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