Bryson DeChambeau was keen to emphasise the impact of LIV Golf extends beyond the golf course as he reflected on their progress.
The US Open champion this week returned to the scene of his spectacular triumph at Greenbrier a year ago. He shot a phenomenal 12-under par 58 – becoming only the seventh professional made in history to do so – to secure a six-stroke victory in White Sulphur Springs.
He said (via the Express): “I’m staying at a friend’s house this week, and it’s been awesome to see the change from individuals around the community around here. Not only the respect but the understanding
“I think there’s a difference of understanding of what we’re trying to accomplish. It’s not a one-off thing or whatnot. It is here to stay, and we’re here to provide great entertainment.
“Here to inspire, and hopefully educate people on a new format that is going to keep them interested throughout every single shot that we hit.
That was naturally a top of discussion as he faced the press before beginning the defence of his title. But when asked about the increased positivity surrounding the Saudi-backed tour, DeChambeau focused on what they’re “all about” – giving a boost to the places they visit.
“I think that’s what’s so cool and the impact we can make in the community, too, seeing how much we have done for Greenbrier. And being able to help out this community on a whole other level is what LIV is all about.
LIV have reached their 100th round this week and DeChambeau believes they’re primed to “explode” in popularity in the not-too-distant future. As for his own game, he feels his performance at Greenbrier 12 months ago was a turning point for his career.
He’d faced several challenges before that victory, including undergoing surgery on his wrist in April 2022, followed by another operation later that year to tackle a vertigo issue which had been blighting him from the 2020 Masters.
DeChambeau now finds himself in fine form having added to his 2020 US Open triumph with victory in the same championship in June. In fact, he’s so confident in his resurgence that he believes he can beat his record-breaking low score of 58 – which he’ll need to do to retain his Greenbrier crown.
