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17 Aug, 2025
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Brandel Chamblee Slams Bryson DeChambeau Amid Ryder Cup LIV Golf Firestorm
@Source: newsweek.com
Golf Channel reporter Brandel Chamblee has never been one to bite his tongue, especially when it comes to LIV Golf. Since the Saudi-backed league's inception in 2022, the analyst has fired off a barrage of critiques, calling LIV a "failed idea," and even likening its rise to historical atrocities.Earlier this year, he clapped back at LIV CEO Scott O'Neil's claim that LIV had "the best players in the world," citing their poor major performances as proof otherwise.Now, with the Ryder Cup just 40 days away, Chamblee has reignited controversy with a blistering take on Bryson DeChambeau, who currently sits fifth in the U.S. Ryder Cup standings.On Friday, Chamblee was asked on X whether he would support DeChambeau when he represents Keegan Bradley's Team USA against Luke Donald's European squad."He's one of the best players in the world, no doubt," Chamblee typed on his X, replying to the question. He added, "But he will be playing, not for the USA, but for Saudi Arabia in the Ryder Cup. If you disagree, just watch the LIV bots, LIV funders/supporters and those who have been bought by LIV celebrate if he plays well."The tweet quickly gained fans' attention. Social media users flooded the post, calling it "a horrid take."Some accused Chamblee of undermining the integrity of the Ryder Cup, while others questioned whether his personal disdain for LIV Golf was clouding his judgment.Notably, DeChambeau has yet to respond publicly. But his performance this season speaks louder than any tweet.The two-time US Open champion had a strong season this year. He finished runner-up at the PGA Championship in May, tied for fifth at the Masters, and cracked the top 10 at The Open.If that was not enough, on the LIV circuit, he's posted seven top-10 finishes, including a win in Korea and a T2 in Mexico City. His consistency across majors and LIV events has all but locked his spot on Team USA, even before the Tour Championship wraps up next week.Captain Keegan Bradley himself confirmed last month that DeChambeau will be part of the squad, regardless of whether he finishes inside the automatic top six.But DeChambeau's preparation for Bethpage hasn't been smooth sailingBradley had planned for his team to warm up at the Procore Championship in Napa, two weeks before the Ryder Cup. DeChambeau, however, is barred from participating due to his suspension from the PGA Tour."It's unfortunate," DeChambeau told Sports Illustrated after his opening round at LIV Golf Indianapolis. "It's on them (the PGA Tour) if they don't let us become together as a team and play ... LIV's willing to let me play."Despite the setback, DeChambeau may still find competitive reps before the Ryder Cup. The DP World Tour's Irish Open is a potential option, though he'd need a sponsor's invite.More Golf: Phil Mickelson wades barefoot, chips out of trouble at Indianapolis
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