Bryson DeChambeau Labels Royal Portrush 'Diabolical'

Bryson DeChambeau has expressed how he feels about Royal Portrush, describing the golf course as “diabolical” ahead of The Open Championship next month. The LIV golfer also admitted that he expects the Northern Irish links course to present one of the toughest tests of the season.

DeChambeau Gives Brutal Assessment of Royal Portrush

Links golf courses are notoriously tough, and it’s no surprise they can frustrate even the world’s best players. The unpredictable coastal winds, firm fairways, deep bunkers, and thick rough create a true test of skill and patience unlike the more manicured layouts seen on the PGA Tour. DeChambeau struggled at the Royal Portrush course six years ago. The American openly shared his views when reporters asked for his opinion on Royal Portrush as a golf course.

“I played it last time around when Shane won. Yeah, it can be diabolical,” he said. “Driver is key on that golf course in wind conditions, in side wind conditions. It’s going to be a good test of controlling your golf ball, so I’ve got to be in touch with my game. I’ve got to have better feel.”

DeChambeau’s previous experiences at Portrush have not been favorable as he failed to make the cut at his last appearance at the course in 2019. The American shot 74 and 73, finishing five over par and crashing out before the weekend. Meanwhile, Shane Lowry stormed to victory with a stunning score of 15 under, leaving Tommy Fleetwood six shots behind. His dominant display ranks among the most commanding major wins in recent memory.

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DeChambeau also assessed his chances of winning the British Open but says he knows what to do to give himself a good chance of winning at the “diabolical” golf course.