Bryson DeChambeau Reveals Strategy for 150th Open Championship at St Andrew’s Old Course: ‘My First Time’

For Bryson DeChambeau, the year 2022 on the PGA Tour probably did not have the start he was looking for. Dealing with some health issues, the young star has been struggling a bit. However, with more events and majors lined up, the 2020 US Open winner is determined to take home more wins.

Of course, there are courses and events that the 28-YO is excited to play on. This includes the prestigious and historic Old Course at St Andrews for the Open Championship. DeChambeau is yet to play at St Andrews but remains excited to do so. After all, the course comes along with the necessary challenge and rich history.

Bryson DeChambeau on how he will tackle the Old Course at St Andrews

While on the Rick Shiels Golf Show, DeChambeau discussed the 150th Open Championship. He was asked about the world’s oldest course and the way he is going to approach the event.

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Naturally, as DeChambeau has never played at the iconic venue, he has to go ahead with some preparation. “This will be my first time. And I’m super excited. Everybody tells me that and I don’t want to hype it up but people said that about Caves Valley as well,” DeChambeau explained.

Caves Valley, a course in Baltimore, was supposed to be perfect for the 8x PGA Tour winner. He admitted that he played well there, and hopes St Andrews will be a similar experience. As it is, playing at ‘amazing golf courses’ is always an honor for a player.

How does DeChambeau intend to play?

What DeChambeau wants to do, however, is play the game a little differently than what people usually see. Of course, he means no disrespect and assures everyone that it will never be his goal. “My intent is to get the ball and the least amount of shots into the hole. And that’s always what it’s been”. 

He continued by adding that he loves golf’s heritage, and has tried to show as much of his appreciation as he can over the last few years. Even though the Californian loves hitting far, he has tried to contain that. For the US Open too, DeChambeau is self-aware and knows that only driving cannot win him a title.

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At the end of the day, it’s all about the ‘huge balance’ he needs to strike. “I love being an entertainer, I love showing a different side of myself”.

The golfing sensation intends to impress and inspire children, wanting them to know one can make a difference by trying hard enough.

On the other hand, DeChambeau last missed the cut at the Farmers Insurance Open. He will play at the Asian Tour’s Saudi International next.

What do you think of DeChambeau’s plan to play at St Andrews? Can he perform well?