Bryson DeChambeau pays ultimate LIV Golf price just days after US Open win

Bryson DeChambeau pays ultimate LIV Golf price just days after US Open win

Bryson DeChambeau’s Olympic Dreams Dashed Despite US Open Triumph

Stunning Victory Overshadowed by Olympic Snub

Bryson DeChambeau, fresh off his remarkable US Open win at Pinehurst, has faced a crushing blow to his Olympic ambitions. Despite clinching his second major championship title, DeChambeau will not be representing Team USA at the Paris Olympics this summer.

In a surprising turn of events, the American golf team has announced their final four athletes for the upcoming Olympic Games. Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Wyndham Clark, and Collin Morikawa have been selected to compete at Le Golf National from August 1 to August 4. This decision comes just days after DeChambeau’s thrilling victory, underscoring the intense competition and stringent selection criteria for the Olympics.

DeChambeau’s recent triumph has propelled him to the No. 10 spot in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), a significant leap from his previous ranking of 38th. However, his decision to join the LIV Golf circuit in 2022 has had lasting repercussions on his ranking, as performances in Saudi Arabia do not contribute to OWGR points. This move ultimately affected his eligibility for the Olympic team.

Each country is permitted to send a maximum of four players to the Olympics, provided they are ranked within the top 15 of the OWGR. Despite DeChambeau’s heroic performance at the US Open, he remains ranked below his compatriots Patrick Cantlay, Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Wyndham Clark, and Collin Morikawa, who have secured their spots on the Olympic team.

Expressing his disappointment, DeChambeau shared his thoughts on the Pat McAfee Show, stating, “I would love to represent the United States. It was tough for me last time around because of Covid, it was just one of those things that happened. Hopefully one day the game of golf will get figured out and come back together and I’ll be able to play. I’m playing great golf, I’m excited but ultimately I’m frustrated and disappointed, sure you can absolutely say that. I made the choices I have made and there’s consequences to that, I respect it. But hopefully sooner rather than later we figure that out.”

As the selected golfers prepare for Paris, Xander Schauffele will be aiming to replicate his gold medal success from Tokyo 2020. Collin Morikawa, making his second Olympic appearance, joins newcomers Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark in what promises to be an exciting competition.

Golf’s reintroduction to the Olympics in 2016 saw Britain’s Justin Rose clinch gold, setting a precedent for the sport’s elite to aspire to Olympic glory. With Scheffler, Schauffele, Clark, and Morikawa representing Team USA, the stage is set for another thrilling chapter in Olympic golf history.

Bryson DeChambeau’s remarkable US Open win may be a testament to his skill and determination, but his Olympic dream remains unfulfilled. As the golfing world watches, the Paris Olympics will highlight the sport’s top talent, showcasing the fierce competition and high stakes that define elite golf.