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May 18, 2021; Kiawah Island, South Carolina, USA; Bryson DeChambeau smiles while walking off the ninth tee during a practice round for the PGA Championship golf tournament at Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Resort. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

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May 18, 2021; Kiawah Island, South Carolina, USA; Bryson DeChambeau smiles while walking off the ninth tee during a practice round for the PGA Championship golf tournament at Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Resort. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Bryson DeChambeau has won over many hearts this week at the LIV Golf Andalucía 2023 event at Real Club Valderrama. As he leads the tournament with a score of 9 under par, he has now become one of the biggest fan favorites to win this week. Moreover, his exceptional performance at Valderrama, a course treasured by golfing legend Sergio Garcia, has intensified the excitement surrounding the event.
From Sergio Garcia’s enduring legacy to Bryson DeChambeau’s enthusiastic play, the tournament at Valderrama has been a remarkable showcase of talent and passion.
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Bryson DeChambeau is in awe of the ambiance at Valderrama
Bryson DeChambeau’s performance at Valderrama left the crowds enthralled and impressed. He delivered an exceptional display of golf. He showcased his skills and determination throughout the tournament. One particular moment stood out for DeChambeau: the putt on the 13th hole.
With his sole purpose being to maintain a bogey-free round, he poured all his focus and effort into making that crucial putt for par. His satisfaction and elation were evident in his post-round remarks. He expressed his excitement about achieving his goal and shooting a bogey-free round, something he hadn’t accomplished in a long time.
And throughout that splendid round, DeChambeau heard loads of cheers from the fans—something that certainly only fueled him more. “The fans are fantastic here. I can’t wait to come back for hopefully future years,” he said, lauding the golf enthusiasts for their commitment to the sport. “Walking up and hearing the chants and everything, I couldn’t ask for anything more. It’s great support out here, and I love the fans here. Great people.”
It seems like the LIV star is absolutely loving the Andalucia course, and he isn’t the only one. The Spanish national, Garcia, too, adores the site. After all, it is his favorite golf course in the world.
Sergio Garcia’s enduring bond with Valderrama
Garcia holds a deep affection for Valderrama. The golf pro was 13 when he first played at the course, and as per LIV Golf’s recent report, he described it as “love at first shot.” The Spaniard appreciates the strategic demands of Valderrama, as it requires careful thinking and challenges golfers to utilize every club in their bag.
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He also claims that the course’s tight fairways, tree-lined corridors, doglegs, and small greens create a thought-provoking and engaging experience. For him, that makes the course unique and hence his favorite around the globe.

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The convergence of Bryson DeChambeau’s thrilling performance and Sergio Garcia’s enduring love for Valderrama creates a symbiotic relationship between the player and the course. DeChambeau’s excitement resonates with Garcia’s sentiments, as he describes Valderrama as a course that could easily host a major championship and praises its ability to challenge players.
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The LIV Golf Andalucía 2023 event at Valderrama showcases the captivating performances of Bryson DeChambeau and Sergio Garcia’s profound connection with the course. Through their own words, DeChambeau’s eagerness to shoot a bogey-free round and return to Valderrama, and Garcia’s heartfelt appreciation for the course’s design, their passion for Valderrama shines.
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