Bryson DeChambeau conquered his most difficult shot with career-defining moment

Ironically, when the SMU product was asked for his LIV Golf profile page what shot gives him the most difficulty, he described something eerily similar to what he conquered in Pinehurst, North Carolina.

DeChambeau had a mostly uneven final round on Sunday and was tied with Rory McIlroy through 17 holes. After the latter missed a four-foot putt to bogey No. 18, all DeChambeau needed to do on the final hole was secure a par.

The PGA Championship runner-up missed the fairway for the 13th time on Sunday on No. 18, and his second shot landed in the bunker, leading to his magical approach shot.

This was DeChambeau's second major championship and first since capturing the 2020 U.S. Open.

Just as big of a story as DeChambeau's shot from the sand and ultimate crown was McIlroy's collapse. Scores of fans on social media have criticized the 35-year-old after the event as well, as he bolted from Pinehurst Resort following the loss without speaking to reporters.

McIlroy has waited 10 years since his last major title (2014 U.S. Open) and will have to wait at least another month, as the 2024 Open Championship takes place from July 18-21.