Bryson DeChambeau triples No. 11, cards 76 to open Masters
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Key Points:
- Bryson DeChambeau struggled at the Masters first round, scoring a 76 after taking three shots to escape a greenside bunker on the 11th hole, resulting in a triple bogey.
- This marks his worst round since the 2025 Open Championship and puts him at a disadvantage compared to last year when he contended in the final group with Rory McIlroy.
- DeChambeau admitted to inconsistent iron play and wayward drives, which hindered his ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, especially on the key Amen Corner holes.
- Despite recent success with two LIV Golf event wins, his performance at Augusta suggests an uphill battle to remain competitive this weekend.
- He acknowledged the unexpected difficulties with his irons and bunker conditions, emphasizing the need to adapt to what the course "gives" him moving forward.
