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DeChambeau will play on at the Open despite anger over two-stroke penalty
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- Bryson DeChambeau received a two-stroke penalty for improving the line of his swing in thick rough during the second round of the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, dropping him from second to a tie for fifth place.
- The penalty stemmed from an incident on the 5th hole where DeChambeau was found to have trampled down grass behind his ball, which he contested vehemently, even threatening not to play the third round.
- Despite his frustration, DeChambeau practiced late into the night and posted on social media expressing disappointment but determination to continue competing.
- R&A officials clarified that the penalty was applied because the rules prohibit any alteration to the area affecting the intended swing, even if accidental, emphasizing the strict nature of the regulation.
- Other notable events included Lucas Herbert leading after 36 holes, Jon Rahm receiving a warning for throwing a club, and several top players missing the cut, while DeChambeau remains in contention amid unusual circumstances.
